Galena Mill No 3 Lower

LAKE CREEK SOUTH FORK COEUR D ALENE RIVER· Shoshone, Idaho· Built 1979· 64 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Galena Mill No 3 Lower is classified as significant hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 64 ft (taller than 85.3% in ID)
Dam Length0 ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDID06020

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 12, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Galena Mill No 3 Lower?

Galena Mill No 3 Lower is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Galena Mill No 3 Lower?

Galena Mill No 3 Lower is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Galena Mill No 3 Lower built?

Galena Mill No 3 Lower was completed in 1979, making it 47 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Galena Mill No 3 Lower?

Galena Mill No 3 Lower serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Galena Mill No 3 Lower?

Galena Mill No 3 Lower has a dam height of 64 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Galena Mill No 3 Lower last inspected?

Galena Mill No 3 Lower was last inspected on July 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.