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Courtright is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Idaho, specifically in Washington County. Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation and is regulated by the Idaho Department of Water Resources.
The dam is situated on unnamed streams and Hog Creek, with a drainage area of 0.4 square miles. Its spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 20 feet. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of June 2018 is fair. Regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure its integrity and safety.
Courtright Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, providing irrigation water for agricultural purposes. With its moderate risk assessment rating of 3, efforts to maintain and monitor its condition are essential to prevent any potential hazards and ensure the continued availability of water resources for the community.
Year_Completed | 1973 |
Dam_Height | 23.5 |
River_Or_Stream | UNNAMED STREAMS HOG CREEK |
Dam_Length | 500 |
Surface_Area | 9 |
Hydraulic_Height | 20.7 |
Drainage_Area | 0.4 |
Nid_Storage | 90 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 24 |
Location | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Island Bar | |||
Shorts Bar | |||
Saddle Creek | |||
Spring Bar | |||
Sourdough Saddle | |||
North Fork Slate Creek |