Tyson West

REYNOLDS CREEK SNAKE RIVER· Owyhee, Idaho· Built 1967· 42 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tyson West is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 42 ft (taller than 72.8% in ID)
Dam Length480 ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDID00101

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: July 17, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tyson West?

Tyson West 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 Tyson West?

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

When was Tyson West built?

Tyson West was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Tyson West?

Tyson West 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 Tyson West?

Tyson West has a dam height of 42 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 Tyson West last inspected?

Tyson West was last inspected on July 17, 2019. 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.