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Lodge Pond, located in New Plymouth, Idaho, is a privately owned water resource managed for irrigation purposes. This earth dam, constructed in 1910, stands at a height of 15.4 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, Lodge Pond is fed by Spring Big Willow Creek and serves as a vital water source for agricultural activities in the region.
The dam's condition assessment in 2017 deemed it to be in fair condition with a significant hazard potential. Despite its age, Lodge Pond continues to play a crucial role in water resource management, with a regular inspection frequency of 4 times a year. The dam does not have a spillway and has a high risk assessment rating of 2, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures to ensure its continued functionality and safety.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in Payette County, Lodge Pond underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources in the face of changing climate conditions. Its location, design, and operational history provide valuable insights for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the sustainable management of dams and reservoirs in the region.
Year_Completed | 1910 |
Dam_Height | 15.4 |
River_Or_Stream | SPRING BIG WILLOW CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1300 |
Surface_Area | 10 |
Hydraulic_Height | 13.4 |
Drainage_Area | 0.1 |
Nid_Storage | 50 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 15 |
MORES CREEK AB ROBIE CREEK NR ARROWROCK DAM ID | 1500cfs |
OWYHEE RIVER BELOW OWYHEE DAM OR | 585cfs |
SNAKE RIVER AT NYSSA OR | 12800cfs |
PAYETTE RIVER NR PAYETTE ID | 8620cfs |
SAND RUN GULCH NR PARMA ID | 70cfs |
COTTONWOOD CREEK BEL FIVEMILE CR NR BOISE ID | 1cfs |
BOISE RIVER NR PARMA ID | 3870cfs |
Location | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Leslie Gulch Site | |||
Swan Falls - Idaho Power | |||
Celebration County Park | |||
Cove - C. J. Strike Reservoir | |||
Locust - C. J. Strike Area | |||
Scout - C. J. Strike Area |