Wilson #1 (Toole)
Key Takeaway
Wilson #1 (Toole) is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00387 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BLANCHE T WILSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilson #1 (Toole)?
Wilson #1 (Toole) is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wilson #1 (Toole)?
Wilson #1 (Toole) is owned by BLANCHE T WILSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilson #1 (Toole) built?
Wilson #1 (Toole) was completed in 1935, making it 91 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Wilson #1 (Toole)?
Wilson #1 (Toole) serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wilson #1 (Toole)?
Wilson #1 (Toole) has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.