Little (North Crane Creek Dam)
Key Takeaway
Little (North Crane Creek Dam) is classified as significant hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 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 Length | 500 ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1992 |
| NID ID | ID00134 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little (North Crane Creek Dam)?
Little (North Crane Creek Dam) 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 Little (North Crane Creek Dam)?
Little (North Crane Creek Dam) is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little (North Crane Creek Dam) built?
Little (North Crane Creek Dam) was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Little (North Crane Creek Dam)?
Little (North Crane Creek Dam) 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 Little (North Crane Creek Dam)?
Little (North Crane Creek Dam) 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 Little (North Crane Creek Dam) last inspected?
Little (North Crane Creek Dam) was last inspected on July 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.