Campbell Reservoir Report
Nearby: Little Wood River Fish Creek
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Campbell is a privately owned dam located in Blaine, Idaho, along an unnamed stream known as Little Warm Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1913, this earth and stone dam stands at a height of 16.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet. With a surface area of 130 acres and a drainage area of 5.5 square miles, Campbell plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
This dam is regulated by the Idaho Department of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its fair condition assessment and low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Campbell is moderate. In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with slide gates for outlet control, and its uncontrolled spillway has a width of 20 feet. With a moderate risk level and a history dating back over a century, Campbell remains a significant feature in the local water infrastructure landscape.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Campbell serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring aging infrastructure to mitigate potential risks and ensure the long-term sustainability of water resources. As efforts to address climate change intensify, dams like Campbell will play a crucial role in managing water supply, flood control, and ecosystem protection. By staying informed and engaged in the maintenance and regulation of dams like Campbell, enthusiasts can contribute to the resilience of our water systems in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1913 |
Dam Length |
1950 |
Dam Height |
16.4 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED STREAM LITTLE WARM CREEK |
Surface Area |
130 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.2 |
Drainage Area |
5.5 |
Nid Storage |
550 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Little Wood River - USBR
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Copper Creek/Garfield Campground
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Fish Creek Reservoir
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Campbell
Little Wood Res Nr Carey Id