Black Canyon Diversion Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateIdaho
CountyGem
Nearest CityEMMETT
River/StreamPAYETTE RIVER
Coordinates43.93030, -116.43670

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height183 ft
Dam Height183 ft
Dam Length1,039 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage31,200 acre-ft
Max Storage31,200 acre-ft
Normal Storage29,822 acre-ft
Surface Area1,100 acres
Drainage Area2,680 sq mi
Max Discharge40,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerBUREAU OF RECLAMATION
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection04/01/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDID00282
Federal IDID00282
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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