Nixon No 2

SPRINGS BANE CREEK· Boundary, Idaho· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Nixon No 2 is classified as low hazard in Idaho. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.1% in ID)
Dam Length221 ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDID00502

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 25, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nixon No 2?

Nixon No 2 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 Nixon No 2?

Nixon No 2 is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Nixon No 2?

Nixon No 2 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 Nixon No 2?

Nixon No 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Nixon No 2 last inspected?

Nixon No 2 was last inspected on August 25, 2016. 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.