Tindall

WEST FORK BULL CREEK BULL CREEK· Owyhee, Idaho· Built 1951· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tindall is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.1% in ID)
Dam Length760 ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge24 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDID00085

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: September 28, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tindall?

Tindall 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 Tindall?

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

When was Tindall built?

Tindall was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Tindall?

Tindall 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 Tindall?

Tindall 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 Tindall last inspected?

Tindall was last inspected on September 28, 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.