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STRICKLAND

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Strickland is a private water resource located in Idaho, specifically in Owyhee County, with a primary purpose designated as "Other." Built in 1927, this Earth dam is situated on Louse Creek and Sheep Creek, with a dam height of 35.1 feet and a hydraulic height of 29.1 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 560 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 95 square miles.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Strickland is considered to be in fair condition as of the last assessment in August 2014. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there are no detailed risk management measures in place as of the latest data update in April 2021. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 8 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 395 cubic feet per second. Overall, Strickland is a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor due to its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight.

In terms of regulatory oversight, Strickland is subject to state jurisdiction, regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR). The dam is located within the Sacramento District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, and its operations and funding are solely managed by private entities. With a designated congressman representing the area, Russ Fulcher (R), Strickland remains an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure in Owyhee County, Idaho.

Year_Completed 1927
Dam_Height 35.1
River_Or_Stream LOUSE CREEK SHEEP CREEK
Dam_Length 950
Surface_Area 50
Hydraulic_Height 29.1
Drainage_Area 95
Nid_Storage 560
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 35
       

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