Gem State Left Dike

Idaho — Bonneville County — Snake River

Location

StateIdaho
CountyBonneville
RiverSnake River
Coordinates43.42950, -112.09510

Physical Characteristics

NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length7,920 ft
NID Storage6,700 acre-ft
Max Storage6,700 acre-ft
Surface Area305 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 18, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1988
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Idaho Falls

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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