Jussila Bow

WILHELM CREEK BOULDER CREEK· Valley, Idaho· Built 1949· 23 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jussila Bow is classified as significant hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 37% in ID)
Dam Length325 ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge128 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
Year Modified1997
NID IDID00123

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: June 17, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jussila Bow?

Jussila Bow 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 Jussila Bow?

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

When was Jussila Bow built?

Jussila Bow was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Jussila Bow?

Jussila Bow 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 Jussila Bow?

Jussila Bow has a dam height of 23 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 Jussila Bow last inspected?

Jussila Bow was last inspected on June 17, 2019. 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.