Indian Creek Pond

INDIAN CREEK LITTLE WILLOW CREEK· Payette, Idaho· Built 1990· 28 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Indian Creek Pond is classified as significant hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 51.2% in ID)
Dam Length100 ft
Normal Storage97 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area22 sq mi
Max Discharge1,356 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDID00446

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 27, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek Pond?

Indian Creek Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Indian Creek Pond?

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

When was Indian Creek Pond built?

Indian Creek Pond was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Indian Creek Pond?

Indian Creek Pond 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 Indian Creek Pond?

Indian Creek Pond has a dam height of 28 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 Indian Creek Pond last inspected?

Indian Creek Pond was last inspected on July 27, 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.