Tingey

UNNAMED STREAM BEAR RIVER· Franklin, Idaho· Built 1955· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tingey is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 43.7% in ID)
Dam Length450 ft
Normal Storage132 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge13 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
Year Modified1960
NID IDID00080

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: July 19, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tingey?

Tingey 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 Tingey?

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

When was Tingey built?

Tingey was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Tingey?

Tingey 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 Tingey?

Tingey has a dam height of 25 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 Tingey last inspected?

Tingey was last inspected on July 19, 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.