Craig

UNNAMED STREAM TENNISON CREEK· Washington, Idaho· Built 1978· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Craig is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.1% in ID)
Dam Length750 ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge129 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDID00333

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: June 14, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Craig?

Craig 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 Craig?

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

When was Craig built?

Craig was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Craig?

Craig 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 Craig?

Craig has a dam height of 18 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 Craig last inspected?

Craig was last inspected on June 14, 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.