Munsee

UNNAMED STREAM SALMON FALLS CREEK· Twin Falls, Idaho· Built 1977· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Munsee is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 37% in ID)
Dam Length750 ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge28 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDID00356

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 24, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Munsee?

Munsee is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Munsee?

Munsee is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Munsee built?

Munsee was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Munsee?

Munsee 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 Munsee?

Munsee has a dam height of 23 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 Munsee last inspected?

Munsee was last inspected on May 24, 2018. 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.