This dam was completed in 1887 and stands at a height of 39.1 feet, with a hydraulic height of 35.8 feet. It serves multiple purposes and has a storage capacity of 1713 acre-feet, providing essential water for the surrounding area. The dam is primarily made of earth and stone, with a controlled spillway type to manage water flow.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment of fair, Strong Arm No 1 (Upper) is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has a very high risk assessment level (1) and is under the jurisdiction of the Idaho Department of Water Resources. It has a drainage area of 29.9 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 1713 acre-feet, making it a crucial water source for the region. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a vital role in managing water resources and protecting against potential hazards in the area.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1887 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
39.1 |
River Or Stream |
BATTLE CREEK BEAR RIVER |
Surface Area |
131 |
Hydraulic Height |
35.8 |
Drainage Area |
29.9 |
Nid Storage |
1713 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Bear River At Idaho-Utah State Line
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571cfs |
Bear River At Pescadero
|
73cfs |
Portneuf River At Topaz Id
|
111cfs |
Marsh Creek Nr Mccammon Id
|
56cfs |
Logan River Above State Dam
|
100cfs |
Logan
|
0cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Redpoint Recreation Site
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Maple Grove
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Redpoint
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Heart Mountain Spring
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Heart Mountain Springs Recreation Site
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Albert Moser
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