Smalley

GLEN COVE CREEK BEAVER CREEK· Valley, Idaho· Built 1952· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Smalley is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 64.3% in ID)
Dam Length630 ft
Normal Storage113 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge94 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDID00122

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: May 15, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smalley?

Smalley 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 Smalley?

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

When was Smalley built?

Smalley was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Smalley?

Smalley 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 Smalley?

Smalley has a dam height of 35 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 Smalley last inspected?

Smalley was last inspected on May 15, 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.