Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
On June 5, 1976, the Teton Dam disaster in Idaho released 80 billion gallons of water onto populated valley cities below, causing one of the most cataclysmic engineering failures in U.S. history. Local News 8 is proud to share a special presentation, "Teton Dam: The Failure and Future," looking back at the tragedy, the resilience, and the legacy that remains.
On June 5, 1976, the Teton Dam disaster in Idaho released 80 billion gallons of water onto populated valley cities below, causing one of the most cataclysmic engineering failures in U.S. history. Local News 8 is proud to share a special presentation, "Teton Dam: The Failure and Future," looking back at the tragedy, the resilience, and the legacy that remains.










