Lehman Creek Upper Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lehman Creek Upper is a private water resource located in Custer County, Idaho, with a primary purpose described as "Other." The dam, completed in 1925, is an earth type structure with a core made of stone and foundations of rock and soil.


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Summary

It stands at a height of 22 feet and has a hydraulic height of 19 feet, with a length of 425 feet and a capacity of 54 acre-feet for storage. The dam holds back Lehman Creek, which eventually sinks into the ground.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is deemed poor as of the last inspection in 2017. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with an outlet gate described as "Other Controlled." The risk assessment for the dam is rated as moderate, highlighting the need for continuous monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks. Climate and water resource enthusiasts interested in the management and conservation of such structures in remote locations like Lehman Creek Upper in Idaho will find this data intriguing for further analysis and discussions on sustainable water resource practices.

Year Completed

1925

Dam Length

425

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

LEHMAN CREEK SINKS

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

8.8

Nid Storage

54

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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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.