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PADDOCK VALLEY

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March 28, 2025


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Paddock Valley, also known as New Paddock Valley Dam, is a privately owned water resource infrastructure located in Washington County, Idaho. Completed in 1949, this earth dam stands at a height of 49.2 feet and has a hydraulic height of 42.4 feet. The dam primarily serves the purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 22,300 acre-feet and a surface area of 1,302 acres.

Situated along Indian Creek and Little Willow Creek, Paddock Valley Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, with a drainage area of 35 square miles. With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is regularly inspected and monitored by the Idaho Department of Water Resources. In case of emergencies, the dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and slide gates for water release and management.

Despite its age, Paddock Valley Dam continues to be a vital component of the local water infrastructure, ensuring reliable irrigation for agricultural activities in the area. With a risk assessment rating of very high, stakeholders are actively engaged in risk management measures to maintain the dam's structural integrity and safeguard against potential hazards.

Year_Completed 1949
Dam_Height 49.2
River_Or_Stream INDIAN CREEK LITTLE WILLOW CREEK
Dam_Length 300
Surface_Area 1302
Hydraulic_Height 42.4
Drainage_Area 35
Nid_Storage 22300
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate)
Hazard_Potential High
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 49
       

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