Cross Cut Diversion
Key Takeaway
Cross Cut Diversion is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.1% in ID) |
| Dam Length | 457 ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,752 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | ID00351 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cross Cut Diversion?
Cross Cut Diversion 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 Cross Cut Diversion?
Cross Cut Diversion is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cross Cut Diversion built?
Cross Cut Diversion was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Cross Cut Diversion?
Cross Cut Diversion 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 Cross Cut Diversion?
Cross Cut Diversion 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 Cross Cut Diversion last inspected?
Cross Cut Diversion was last inspected on August 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.