Tom J Dike

BEAVER CREEK NORTH FORK PAYETTE RIVER· Valley, Idaho· Built 1995· 27 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tom J Dike is classified as significant hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 48.6% in ID)
Dam Length700 ft
Normal Storage107 acre-ft
Surface Area122 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDID00690

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: Yes
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 Tom J Dike?

Tom J Dike 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 Tom J Dike?

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

When was Tom J Dike built?

Tom J Dike was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Tom J Dike?

Tom J Dike 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 Tom J Dike?

Tom J Dike has a dam height of 27 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 Tom J Dike last inspected?

Tom J Dike 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.