Juniper Creek

UNNAMED STREAM DOUGHERTY CREEK· Owyhee, Idaho· Built 1923· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Juniper Creek is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in ID)
Dam Length350 ft
Normal Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge54 cfs
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)
NID IDID00091

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: August 8, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Juniper Creek?

Juniper 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 Juniper Creek?

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

When was Juniper Creek built?

Juniper Creek was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Juniper Creek?

Juniper Creek 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 Juniper Creek?

Juniper Creek has a dam height of 16 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 Juniper Creek last inspected?

Juniper Creek was last inspected on August 8, 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.