Minidoka Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateIdaho
CountyMinidoka
Nearest CityRUPERT
River/StreamSNAKE RIVER COLUMBIA RIVER
Coordinates42.66910, -113.48420

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height88 ft
Dam Height88 ft
Dam Length670 ft
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage220,200 acre-ft
Max Storage220,200 acre-ft
Normal Storage210,200 acre-ft
Surface Area12,400 acres
Drainage Area16,459 sq mi
Max Discharge11,617 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerBUREAU OF RECLAMATION
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection03/15/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDID00275
Federal IDID00275
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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