Mountain Home
Key Takeaway
Mountain Home is classified as high hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1884 and is 142 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 77.9% in ID) |
| Dam Length | 3,700 ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 406 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1884 (142 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1970 |
| NID ID | ID00238 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mountain Home?
Mountain Home 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 Mountain Home?
Mountain Home is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Home built?
Mountain Home was completed in 1884, making it 142 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 Mountain Home?
Mountain Home serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mountain Home?
Mountain Home 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 Mountain Home last inspected?
Mountain Home was last inspected on June 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.