Description
The Melstone Dam Reconstruction project involves the repair of the Melstone Dam, located in Musselshell County, Montana. The project includes unwatering the reservoir, dewatering the construction area, excavating the existing dam embankment and foundation, and reconstructing the dam embankment. The project also involves the construction of a new outlet works tower, outlet conduit, and stilling basin, as well as the installation of a toe drain system and the placement of riprap and geotextile fabric. The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to complete the work. The contractor will be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses, and for complying with all applicable laws and regulations.
Some key features of the project include:
• Unwatering the reservoir and dewatering the construction area
• Excavating the existing dam embankment and foundation
• Reconstructing the dam embankment with compacted fill and lime amended fill
• Constructing a new outlet works tower and outlet conduit
• Installing a toe drain system and placing riprap and geotextile fabric
• Restoring the project site to pre-construction conditions