Twin Lakes, located in Rathdrum, Idaho, is a concrete dam constructed in 2005 primarily for flood risk reduction along Twin Lakes and Rathdrum Creek. With a height of 14.3 feet and a hydraulic height of 12 feet, the dam serves as a vital structure in mitigating potential flooding in the area. The dam has a storage capacity of 9090 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 959 acres, with a drainage area of 51 square miles.

Managed by the Idaho Department of Water Resources, Twin Lakes dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its integrity and safety. The dam is equipped with controlled spillways and has a significant hazard potential rating. Despite being in fair condition as of the last assessment in 2017, the dam's risk assessment categorizes it as very high (1), emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to address potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding communities.

In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and preparedness are not specified in the data. However, with its strategic location and critical role in flood risk reduction, Twin Lakes dam stands as a crucial infrastructure ensuring water resource management and climate resilience in the region.