Summary
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.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
47.8 |
River Or Stream |
DEER CREEK REEDS CREEK |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
42.3 |
Drainage Area |
2.3 |
Nid Storage |
975 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nf Clearwater River Nr Canyon Ranger Station Id
|
2660cfs |
Clearwater River At Orofino Id
|
7970cfs |
Lolo Creek Nr Greer Id
|
771cfs |
Clearwater River Nr Peck Id
|
15600cfs |
Big Canyon Creek Nr Peck Id
|
74cfs |
Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id
|
2660cfs |
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.
Deer Creek