C. J. Strike Dam
| Company type | Hydroelectric dam |
|---|---|
| Industry | Energy |
| Founded | 1952 |
| Founder | Idaho Power Company (developer and manager) |
| Headquarters | Southwestern Idaho , United States |
Area served | Snake River region, Idaho |
| Products | Hydroelectric power (82.8 MW capacity) |
| Owner | Idaho Power Company |
C. J. Strike Dam is a hydroelectric earth-fill structure located on the Snake River in the southwestern region of Idaho, managed by the Idaho Power Company. Positioned downstream from the confluence with the Bruneau River near Grand View, its reservoir stretches roughly 36 miles upstream along the Snake River and extends about 12 miles up the Bruneau River.
The dam is named in honor of Clifford J. Strike, who served as Idaho Power's general manager between 1938 and 1948. Its power generation facility has an installed capacity of 82.8 MW.
Due to ineffective fish passage systems observed at the upriver Swan Falls Dam, no fish ladders were incorporated into C.J. Strike Dam. Together with Swan Falls, it constitutes the initial man-made obstacle blocking anadromous fish migration on the Snake River. Today, the Hells Canyon Dam (completed in 1967) marks the first complete barrier to fish movement along this river.
The dam and its reservoir offer various recreational opportunities, notably fishing for species such as trout, bass, crappie, perch, bluegill, and sturgeon. The site supports fishing competitions and includes amenities like campgrounds, boat ramps, docks, and hiking paths. Since 2009, enhancements to campground facilities have introduced designated RV spaces, improved dock structures, increased accessibility features, expanded parking areas, and upgraded restroom facilities.