Josephine Creek
Key Takeaway
Josephine Creek is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 40.9% in ID) |
| Dam Length | 105 ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | ID00393 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Josephine Creek?
Josephine Creek 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 Josephine Creek?
Josephine Creek is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Josephine Creek built?
Josephine Creek was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Josephine Creek?
Josephine Creek serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Josephine Creek?
Josephine Creek has a dam height of 24 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 Josephine Creek last inspected?
Josephine Creek was last inspected on October 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.