Spring Creek Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mchan Thorn Creek Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Spring Creek is a privately owned irrigation structure located in Camas, Idaho, constructed in 1918 by AandE and USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 16.5 feet, serves the primary purpose of irrigation and has a normal storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. The dam spans 900 feet in length and covers a surface area of 45 acres, with a drainage area of 4.7 square miles.
Managed by the Idaho Department of Water Resources, Spring Creek is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced upon by state authorities. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam poses a manageable level of risk and does not require immediate risk management measures.
The Northeast Fork of Spring Creek is the primary source of water for this structure, with a maximum discharge capacity of 10 cubic feet per second. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the dam is predominantly made of earth and stone materials, resting on rock and soil foundations. Overall, Spring Creek serves as a vital water resource for the agricultural community in the region, contributing to the irrigation needs of the area while maintaining a sustainable water management system.
Year Completed |
1918 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
16.5 |
River Or Stream |
NORTHEAST FORK SPRING CREEK SPRING CREEK |
Surface Area |
45 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
4.7 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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