Summary
Completed in 1963, this Earth dam stands at a height of 24.1 feet and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet. Serving as a vital resource for water management, Boggeman has a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres. The dam controls the flow of Silver Creek and Camas Creek, with a maximum discharge capacity of 820 cubic feet per second.
With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of August 2018, Boggeman is subject to regular inspections every four years. The dam operates under the regulatory authority of the Idaho Department of Water Resources, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, Boggeman remains a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts would find Boggeman's design and operational details intriguing, showcasing the intersection of engineering, environmental management, and regulatory oversight in sustaining water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
24.1 |
River Or Stream |
SILVER CREEK CAMAS CREEK |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
35 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
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.
Area Campgrounds
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Lost Spring Campground
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Yellowjacket Guard Station Rental Cabin
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Morgan Summit Trailhead
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Beagle Creek Cua
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Boggeman
Headwaters To Hammer Creek
Headwaters To Confluence With Pole Creek