Bybee

SHOOFLY CREEK BLUE CREEK· Owyhee, Idaho· Built 1987· 60 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Bybee is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 60 ft (taller than 83.3% in ID)
Dam Length610 ft
Normal Storage8.0K acre-ft
Surface Area401 acres
Drainage Area24 sq mi
Max Discharge4,280 cfs
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDID00195

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 7, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bybee?

Bybee is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bybee?

Bybee is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bybee built?

Bybee was completed in 1987, making it 39 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Bybee?

Bybee serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bybee?

Bybee has a dam height of 60 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Bybee last inspected?

Bybee was last inspected on September 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.