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Lone Tree is a privately owned dam located in Owyhee, Idaho, serving as a crucial water resource for the area. Built in 1918, this Earth dam stands at a height of 11.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 415 acre-feet. The dam, constructed with stone core and rock and soil foundations, spans a length of 1150 feet and covers a surface area of 140 acres, with a drainage area of 1.6 square miles.
Despite its age, Lone Tree has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and fair condition, with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and utilizes slide gates for outlet control. With state regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, Lone Tree Creek remains a vital component of water management in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam's historical significance and operational details intriguing.
Year_Completed | 1918 |
Dam_Height | 11.9 |
River_Or_Stream | UNNAMED STREAM LONE TREE CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1150 |
Surface_Area | 140 |
Hydraulic_Height | 9.1 |
Drainage_Area | 1.6 |
Nid_Storage | 415 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 12 |
SNAKE RIVER AT NYSSA OR | 12800cfs |
BOISE RIVER NR PARMA ID | 3870cfs |
SAND RUN GULCH NR PARMA ID | 70cfs |
DRY CREEK NR EAGLE ID | 0cfs |
SNAKE RIVER NR ADRIAN OR | 28600cfs |
OWYHEE RIVER BELOW OWYHEE DAM OR | 585cfs |
DIXIE DRAIN NR WILDER ID | 116cfs |