Deadwood Reservoir facts for kids
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 Deadwood Reservoir
Location in the United States
Deadwood Reservoir
Location in Idaho
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| Location | Valley County, Idaho, U.S. |
| Coordinates | 44°17′38″N 115°38′46″W / 44.294°N 115.646°W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Deadwood River |
| Primary outflows | Deadwood River |
| Catchment area | 110.7 sq mi (287 km2) |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 3,180 acres (12.9 km2; 5.0 sq mi) |
| Shore length1 | 21 mi (34 km) |
| Surface elevation | 5,334 ft (1,626 m) (full pool) |
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Deadwood Reservoir is a large, human-made lake in the western United States. You can find it in Valley County, Idaho. This beautiful spot is tucked away in the mountains of the Boise National Forest. It's about 25 miles (40 km) southeast of Cascade.
The reservoir covers about 3,000 acres (12 km²). It was created by the Deadwood Dam on the Deadwood River. The river then flows south from the dam. It joins the South Fork of the Payette River. People love to visit Deadwood Reservoir for fun outdoor activities. These include camping, water skiing, fishing, and canoeing. The water level is usually about 5,334 feet (1,626 m) above sea level. That's more than a mile high!
The idea for Deadwood Dam was approved by President Calvin Coolidge in 1928. The area was very remote, so many roads had to be built first. Construction of the concrete arch dam started in late 1929. It was finished quickly, by March 1931.
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Plants and Trees Around the Reservoir
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The area around Deadwood Reservoir is home to many plants.
- Huckleberries
- Different kinds of evergreen trees, mostly pine trees
Amazing Wildlife at Deadwood Reservoir
This area is full of interesting animals. You might spot many different creatures here.
Fish You Can Catch
The reservoir is a great place for fishing.
- Rainbow trout
- Kokanee salmon
- Landlock fall chinook salmon
- Bull trout
- Cutthroat trout
Mammals Living Here
Keep an eye out for these furry friends.
- Chipmunks
- Deer
- Elk
- Moose
- Wolves
- Black bears
- Bats
Reptiles to Spot
You might see a few reptiles too.
- Garter snakes
- Rattle snakes
Birds in the Sky
Look up to see these birds flying around.
- Bald eagles
- Blue Grouse
- Osprey
- Turkey vulture
Weather at Deadwood Reservoir
Deadwood Reservoir has a climate with dry summers. This is called a humid continental climate. It also has some features of a subarctic climate. Temperatures can get quite hot in late July and early August. However, rain and wind can appear suddenly. The weather here is much like other high-mountain lakes in Idaho. Winters are cold with lots of snow, and summers are warm and sunny.
