Strickland

LOUSE CREEK SHEEP CREEK· Owyhee, Idaho· Built 1927· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Strickland is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 64.3% in ID)
Dam Length950 ft
Normal Storage560 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area95 sq mi
Max Discharge395 cfs
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)
Year Modified1957
NID IDID00192

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, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Strickland?

Strickland 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 Strickland?

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

When was Strickland built?

Strickland was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Strickland?

Strickland 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 Strickland?

Strickland 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 Strickland last inspected?

Strickland was last inspected on August 25, 2014. 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.