Fairchild No. 1 (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) is classified as high hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 78 ft (taller than 89.5% in ID) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 111 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | ID00216 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fairchild No. 1 (Upper)?
Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fairchild No. 1 (Upper)?
Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) built?
Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Fairchild No. 1 (Upper)?
Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) 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 Fairchild No. 1 (Upper)?
Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) has a dam height of 78 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 Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) last inspected?
Fairchild No. 1 (Upper) was last inspected on July 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.