Deer Creek, located in Clearwater County, Idaho, is a state-regulated water resource managed by the Idaho Department of Water Resources. The dam on Deer Creek was completed in 2003 and serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 975 acre-feet and a surface area of 62 acres. The dam is an earth-core type structure with a maximum height of 47.8 feet and a hydraulic height of 42.3 feet.

With a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of July 2017, Deer Creek Dam is inspected every four years to ensure its safety and functionality. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 12 feet, and the outlet gates consist of slide (sluice gate) mechanisms. The dam's drainage area is 2.3 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 140 cubic feet per second, providing valuable water resources for the surrounding area.

Overall, Deer Creek Dam represents a crucial water management infrastructure in Idaho, contributing to both recreational activities and water storage needs. Its moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard the surrounding community and environment from potential hazards associated with the dam. As a state-regulated facility, Deer Creek Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.