Arrowhead Reservoir Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Salmon, Idaho, Arrowhead Reservoir, also known as Chipps Creek Dam, is a privately owned water reservoir primarily used for irrigation.


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Summary

Constructed in 1975, this earth dam with stone core stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 16 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 2.6 acres and is fed by Chipps Creek and Pollard Canyon Creek.

With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, Arrowhead Reservoir is inspected every four years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 4 feet and a slide gate outlet. Despite its moderate risk level, the reservoir plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in Lemhi County, Idaho will find Arrowhead Reservoir a valuable asset for irrigation purposes. Its location, design, and operational features make it an essential component of the local water management infrastructure, contributing to the sustainability of agricultural practices in the area.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

CHIPPS CREEK POLLARD CANYON CREEK

Surface Area

2.6

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

0.05

Nid Storage

16

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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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.