Dams in Gooding County, Idaho
9Total Dams
2High Hazard
4Significant
Dam Safety in Gooding County, Idaho
Gooding County has 9 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 4 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Gooding County is 74 years old. The most common purpose is hydroelectric. The tallest dam is Bliss at 140 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bliss | High | Satisfactory | 140 | Hydroelectric | 1950 |
| Lower Salmon | High | Satisfactory | 110 | Hydroelectric | 1949 |
| Bray Lake | Significant | Fair | 36 | Irrigation | 1915 |
| Dog Creek | Significant | Fair | 26 | Other | 1958 |
| W-drain | Significant | Satisfactory | 17 | Other | 2008 |
| Pioneer | Significant | Fair | 15 | Irrigation | 1910 |
| Upper Salmon Falls Dam | Low | Fair | 32 | Hydroelectric | 1937 |
| Thorn Creek Dam | Low | Not Rated | 22 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | |
| Ravenscroft Diversion | Low | Satisfactory | 10 | Hydroelectric | 1983 |