Eld

LAFFINWELL CREEK GOLD FORK RIVER· Valley, Idaho· Built 1976· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Eld is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.4% in ID)
Dam Length950 ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDID00325

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 29, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eld?

Eld 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 Eld?

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

When was Eld built?

Eld was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Eld?

Eld 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 Eld?

Eld has a dam height of 19 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 Eld last inspected?

Eld was last inspected on June 29, 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.