Boise Cascade Lower Dam

Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyLewis
Nearest CityBeaver Falls
River/StreamBEAVER RIVER
Coordinates43.88417, -75.43083

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length400 ft
Year Completed1865 (161 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage209 acre-ft
Max Storage209 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area324 sq mi
Max Discharge18,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerEAGLE CREEK HYDRO POWER, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection08/08/2000
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00756
Federal IDNY00756
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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