Mikesell Upper

SPRING CREEK SINKS· Fremont, Idaho· Built 1945· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Mikesell Upper is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in ID)
Dam Length270 ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
Year Modified1982
NID IDID00350

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: April 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mikesell Upper?

Mikesell Upper 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 Mikesell Upper?

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

When was Mikesell Upper built?

Mikesell Upper was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Mikesell Upper?

Mikesell Upper 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 Mikesell Upper?

Mikesell Upper 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 Mikesell Upper last inspected?

Mikesell Upper was last inspected on April 17, 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.