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CHILCO

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March 28, 2025


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Chilco is a privately owned dam located in Idaho, specifically in Kootenai County near the city of Chilco. Built in 1907, this earth dam stands at a height of 17.3 feet and has a hydraulic height of 16 feet, with a storage capacity of 340 acre-feet. The dam spans 90 feet in length and covers a surface area of 42.6 acres, serving the purpose of water storage for various activities.

Chilco Creek Sinks is the river or stream associated with the dam, and it is regulated by the Idaho Department of Water Resources. The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway, with a maximum discharge capacity of 240 cubic feet per second. It has been assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in May 2017, with a significant hazard potential due to its location and design. Despite the moderate risk level, the dam is maintained and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and effectiveness in water resource management within the area.

Year_Completed 1907
Dam_Height 17.3
River_Or_Stream CHILCO CREEK SINKS
Dam_Length 90
Surface_Area 42.6
Hydraulic_Height 16
Drainage_Area 2
Nid_Storage 340
Outlet_Gates Valve
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 17
       

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