Weston is a privately owned structure located in Idaho, specifically in the city of Weston.
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It was designed by the USDA RHS and falls under the jurisdiction of the Idaho Department of Water Resources. This dam, completed in 1929, stands at a height of 42.2 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 2066 acre-feet, serving the purpose of water resource management for the Weston Creek and Bear River.
The dam has a high hazard potential and is categorized as being in fair condition as of the last assessment in November 2020. It features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 40 feet and vertical lift outlet gates. Weston plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area, with a moderate risk assessment rating. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Weston's design and operational details, along with its historical significance dating back to nearly a century, to be particularly captivating and informative.
Year Completed |
1929 |
Dam Length |
635 |
Dam Height |
42.2 |
River Or Stream |
WESTON CREEK BEAR RIVER |
Surface Area |
112 |
Hydraulic Height |
37.2 |
Drainage Area |
13.8 |
Nid Storage |
2066 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
Bear River At Idaho-Utah State Line
|
411cfs |
Logan River Above State Dam
|
100cfs |
Logan
|
0cfs |
Portneuf River At Topaz Id
|
128cfs |
Marsh Creek Nr Mccammon Id
|
43cfs |
Bear River Near Corinne
|
775cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Dry Canyon Campground
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Dry Canyon
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Third Creek Group Campground
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