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SUNSET PALISADES

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Sunset Palisades is a privately owned dam located in Nez Perce County, Idaho, with a primary purpose of irrigation. Built in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 41.2 feet and has a hydraulic height of 36.2 feet. The dam spans 275 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 41 acre-feet, serving as a crucial water resource for the region.

Managed by the Idaho Department of Water Resources, Sunset Palisades is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality. With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of October 2017, this dam is considered to have moderate risk (3) according to a risk assessment. The dam's spillway, with a width of 21 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 296 cubic feet per second.

As a key component of the water infrastructure in the area, Sunset Palisades plays a vital role in providing irrigation water to support agricultural activities. Its strategic location near the Snake River and unnamed streams underscores its importance in water management and climate resiliency efforts. With ongoing monitoring and risk management measures in place, Sunset Palisades continues to contribute to the sustainable use of water resources in Nez Perce County, Idaho.

Year_Completed 1973
Dam_Height 41.2
River_Or_Stream UNNAMED STREAMS SNAKE RIVER
Dam_Length 275
Surface_Area 2.9
Hydraulic_Height 36.2
Drainage_Area 0.1
Nid_Storage 41
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 41
       

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