Kiblen North Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Kiblen North, also known as Kiblen Reservoir North Dam, is a privately owned recreational structure located in Kootenai, Idaho.


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Summary

Completed in 1969, this Earth dam with a stone core stands at a height of 25.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 19.41 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.2 acres, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities.

The dam, situated along Spring Cable Creek and the Spokane River, is regulated by the Idaho Department of Water Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Kiblen North poses a moderate risk level that is being managed effectively. Despite its moderate risk, the dam provides valuable recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors, contributing to the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.

Although Kiblen North has not undergone recent modifications, regular inspections and a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) frequency of 4 times a year help to mitigate any potential risks. With a focus on maintaining safety and regulatory compliance, this picturesque dam continues to serve as a vital recreational asset while highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate-conscious infrastructure practices in the region.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

340

Dam Height

25.5

River Or Stream

SPRING CABLE CREEK SPOKANE RIVER

Surface Area

3.2

Hydraulic Height

19.41

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

23

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.