Egbert Dam

SPRING CREEK HENRYS FORK· Fremont, Idaho· Built 1982· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Egbert Dam is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.5% in ID)
Dam Length525 ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge87 cfs
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
Year Modified2005
NID IDID00441

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: July 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Egbert Dam?

Egbert Dam 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 Egbert Dam?

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

When was Egbert Dam built?

Egbert Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Egbert Dam?

Egbert Dam 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 Egbert Dam?

Egbert Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Egbert Dam last inspected?

Egbert Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2017. 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.