Oxford

WICKIUP CREEK BEAR CREEK· Franklin, Idaho· Built 1920· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Oxford is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 30.8% in ID)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Normal Storage315 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)
Year Modified1984
NID IDID00173

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: July 18, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oxford?

Oxford 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 Oxford?

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

When was Oxford built?

Oxford was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Oxford?

Oxford serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Oxford?

Oxford has a dam height of 21 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 Oxford last inspected?

Oxford was last inspected on July 18, 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.