Stewart Gulch North Fork

UNNAMED STREAM STEWART GULCH CREEK· Ada, Idaho· Built 1997· 38 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Stewart Gulch North Fork is classified as significant hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 69.4% in ID)
Dam Length195 ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge440 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDID06022

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 20, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stewart Gulch North Fork?

Stewart Gulch North Fork 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 Stewart Gulch North Fork?

Stewart Gulch North Fork is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stewart Gulch North Fork built?

Stewart Gulch North Fork was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Stewart Gulch North Fork?

Stewart Gulch North Fork serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stewart Gulch North Fork?

Stewart Gulch North Fork has a dam height of 38 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 Stewart Gulch North Fork last inspected?

Stewart Gulch North Fork was last inspected on November 20, 2018. 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.