Galena No 2 Mtis

LAKE CREEK SOUTH FORK COEUR D ALENE RIVER· Shoshone, Idaho· 48 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Galena No 2 Mtis is classified as significant hazard in Idaho. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 48 ft (taller than 77.9% in ID)
Dam Length750 ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge36 cfs
Year Modified1990
NID IDID00291

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: June 4, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Galena No 2 Mtis?

Galena No 2 Mtis 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 No 2 Mtis?

Galena No 2 Mtis is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Galena No 2 Mtis?

Galena No 2 Mtis 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 No 2 Mtis?

Galena No 2 Mtis has a dam height of 48 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 No 2 Mtis last inspected?

Galena No 2 Mtis was last inspected on June 4, 2019. 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.