Dams in Jerome County, Idaho
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Jerome County, Idaho
Jerome County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Jerome County is 99 years old. The most common purpose is hydroelectric. The tallest dam is Wilson Lake at 31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Lake | Significant | Fair | 31 | Irrigation | 1909 |
| Sirucek Reservoir | Low | Poor | 17 | Other | 2003 |
| Shoshone Falls Dam 2 | Low | Satisfactory | 16 | Hydroelectric | 1907 |
| Shoshone Falls Dam 1 | Low | Satisfactory | 16 | Hydroelectric | 1907 |
| Shoshone Falls Dam 3 | Low | Satisfactory | 15 | Hydroelectric | 1907 |