Minidoka Dam
Idaho — Minidoka County — SNAKE RIVER COLUMBIA RIVER
Location
| State | Idaho |
| County | Minidoka |
| River | SNAKE RIVER COLUMBIA RIVER |
| Coordinates | 42.66910, -113.48420 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 88 ft |
| Dam Height | 88 ft |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| NID Storage | 220,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 220,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12,400 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 15, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1906 |
| Primary Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
| Other Name | Lake Walcott |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.