Crowther, also known as Crowther's Mill Dam, is a privately owned irrigation structure located in Malad City, Idaho.
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Built in 1948, this Earth dam stands at a height of 90 feet and has a storage capacity of 959 acre-feet. The dam spans 850 feet in length and serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area, drawing water from Spring Creek and the Malad River.
Despite its age, Crowther Dam has been well-maintained with regular state inspections and enforcement ensuring its safety. With a spillway width of 5 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 106 cubic feet per second, this dam poses a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition. The risk assessment for Crowther Dam indicates a moderate risk level, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to protect both the structure and the community it serves.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
90 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK MALAD RIVER |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
85.4 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
959 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
90 |
Bear River At Idaho-Utah State Line
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411cfs |
Marsh Creek Nr Mccammon Id
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43cfs |
Portneuf River At Topaz Id
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128cfs |
Logan River Above State Dam
|
100cfs |
Logan
|
0cfs |
Bear River Near Corinne
|
775cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Third Creek Group Campground
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Malad Summit
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Malad Summit Campground
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Dry Canyon Campground
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Dry Canyon
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