Montpelier Creek, located in Bear Lake, Idaho, is a privately owned water resource regulated by the Idaho Department of Water Resources.
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Constructed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 82 feet and has a hydraulic height of 73 feet, with a storage capacity of 4050 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is listed as 'Other', with a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled' and a hazard potential rating of 'High'.
Despite its fair condition assessment in 2019, Montpelier Creek poses a moderate risk according to the data. With a drainage area of 28 square miles and a maximum discharge of 2944 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region. The structure also features a slide gate outlet and a surface area of 120 acres, serving as a key component in water resource management in the area. Water and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable water management practices would find Montpelier Creek to be a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure and regulatory oversight.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
840 |
Dam Height |
82 |
River Or Stream |
MONTPELIER CREEK |
Surface Area |
120 |
Hydraulic Height |
73 |
Drainage Area |
28 |
Nid Storage |
4050 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
82 |
Bear River At Pescadero
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73cfs |
Bear River At Border
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160cfs |
Smiths Fork Near Border
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76cfs |
Bear River Below Smiths Fork
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195cfs |
Crow C Nr Fairview Wyo
|
51cfs |
Hams Fork Below Pole Creek
|
6cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Montpelier Canyon
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Montpelier Canyon Campground
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Montpellier campground canyon
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Montpelier Creek KOA Journey
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Clear Creek Guard Station
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