Hot Springs No 2
Key Takeaway
Hot Springs No 2 is classified as high hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 71.2% in ID) |
| Dam Length | 8,100 ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 430 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1976 |
| NID ID | ID00202 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hot Springs No 2?
Hot Springs No 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hot Springs No 2?
Hot Springs No 2 is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hot Springs No 2 built?
Hot Springs No 2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hot Springs No 2?
Hot Springs No 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hot Springs No 2?
Hot Springs No 2 has a dam height of 41 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 Hot Springs No 2 last inspected?
Hot Springs No 2 was last inspected on July 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.