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Upper Salmon Falls B-Plant Forebay, also known as Upper Powerhouse Forebay Dam, is a private hydroelectric structure located in Twin Falls, Idaho along the Snake River. Built in 1947 by EBASCO, this concrete gravity dam stands at a height of 70 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, the dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 45 feet and two slide (sluice gate) outlet gates.
Operated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Upper Salmon Falls B-Plant Forebay plays a crucial role in generating hydroelectric power in the region. Its maximum discharge capacity reaches 6500 cubic feet per second, serving as a key component in the local water resource and climate control infrastructure. Although its condition assessment is not currently available, the dam's risk assessment indicates a very high level of risk, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
Year_Completed | 1947 |
Dam_Height | 70 |
River_Or_Stream | Snake River |
Dam_Length | 318 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
Surface_Area | 5 |
Hydraulic_Height | 69 |
Drainage_Area | 32200 |
Nid_Storage | 90 |
Structural_Height | 73 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 2 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 73 |