Casperson

UNNAMED STREAMS BATTLE CREEK· Franklin, Idaho· Built 1958· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Casperson is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.7% in ID)
Dam Length425 ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge71 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDID00064

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: April 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Casperson?

Casperson 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 Casperson?

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

When was Casperson built?

Casperson was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Casperson?

Casperson 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 Casperson?

Casperson has a dam height of 22 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 Casperson last inspected?

Casperson was last inspected on April 17, 2018. 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.