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March 28, 2025


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Located in Osburn, Idaho, the Osburn Tailings Cell No's 1 & 2 is a private water resource structure regulated by the Idaho Department of Water Resources. This tailings facility sits along the South Fork Coeur d'Alene River, serving the primary purpose of storing tailings. The dam itself is an earth structure with a stone core, reaching a height of 71 feet and a hydraulic height of 62 feet, with a storage capacity of 1800 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the Osburn tailings facility is currently in fair condition, as assessed during the last inspection in September 2020. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with other controlled outlet gates. The facility covers a surface area of 22 acres and has a drainage area of 0.3 square miles, making it a crucial component of water management in the region.

Overall, the Osburn Tailings Cell serves as a critical water resource infrastructure in Shoshone County, Idaho, contributing to the management of water quality and quantity in the area. With its high hazard potential and fair condition, continued monitoring and maintenance will be essential to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this vital water resource structure for the local community and environment.

Dam_Height 71
River_Or_Stream SOUTH FORK COEUR D ALENE RIVER COEUR D ALENE RIVER
Dam_Length 3200
Surface_Area 22
Hydraulic_Height 62
Drainage_Area 0.3
Nid_Storage 1800
Outlet_Gates Other Controlled
Hazard_Potential High
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 71
       

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