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Jussila Bow is a privately owned irrigation structure located in Donnelly, Idaho, in the Valley County region. Completed in 1949, this earth dam stands at a height of 22.6 feet and serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a normal storage capacity of 175 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 325 feet and is situated on Wilhelm Creek and Boulder Creek, making it a crucial water resource for the area.
Despite its age, Jussila Bow has been assessed to be in fair condition as of June 2019, with a significant hazard potential due to its location and structural makeup. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 24 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 128 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for Jussila Bow is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, prompting the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water management infrastructure in the region.
Year_Completed | 1949 |
Dam_Height | 22.6 |
River_Or_Stream | WILHELM CREEK BOULDER CREEK |
Dam_Length | 325 |
Surface_Area | 22 |
Hydraulic_Height | 18.3 |
Drainage_Area | 1.1 |
Nid_Storage | 175 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 23 |
SALMON RIVER AT WHITE BIRD ID | 11500cfs |
DEADWOOD RIVER BL DEADWOOD RES NR LOWMAN ID | 102cfs |
PAYETTE RIVER NR LETHA ID | 8990cfs |
MIDDLE FORK PAYETTE RIVER NR CROUCH ID | 1430cfs |
PAYETTE RIVER NR EMMETT ID | 8660cfs |
PAYETTE RIVER NR HORSESHOE BEND ID | 7180cfs |
LITTLE SALMON RIVER AT RIGGINS ID | 1960cfs |