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Indian Creek, located in Hailey, Idaho, is a privately owned dam used primarily for irrigation purposes. The dam, completed in 1930, stands at a height of 18.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 14 feet. It spans a length of 450 feet and has a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a core made of stone and foundations consisting of rock and soil.
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 10 feet, and it has an outlet gate in the form of a slide (sluice gate). The last inspection, conducted in July 2017, reported the dam's condition as fair with a significant hazard potential. The risk assessment for Indian Creek rates it as moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. The dam is regulated by the Idaho Department of Water Resources, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement all handled by the state agency.
Despite its age, Indian Creek continues to play a critical role in the irrigation of surrounding areas, demonstrating the importance of proper maintenance and oversight of water resource infrastructure. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Indian Creek's history and structural details intriguing, highlighting the intersection of human engineering with the natural environment.
Year_Completed | 1930 |
Dam_Height | 18.5 |
River_Or_Stream | INDIAN CREEK BIG WOOD RIVER |
Dam_Length | 450 |
Surface_Area | 3.5 |
Hydraulic_Height | 14 |
Drainage_Area | 9.5 |
Nid_Storage | 19 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 19 |