Historic Libby Dam On The Kootenai River

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👉👉Libby Dam is a hydroelectric dam located on the Kootenai River in Libby, Montana. It was completed in 1975 and is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The dam is 422 feet tall and 3,055 feet long and creates Lake Koocanusa, a 90-mile long reservoir that stretches from Montana into British Columbia. The dam provides hydroelectric power to the Pacific Northwest region and also regulates the flow of the Kootenai River, which supports a variety of fish and wildlife species. Additionally, the dam is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities. However, the dam has also been a source of controversy, as its construction flooded sacred Ktunaxa Nation land and disrupted the river's natural ecosystem.
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@rvertv Год назад

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@caudleryan123 3 года назад

What I love about this channel is that you are able to give people a glimpse of the US that most can only dream of. I would absolutely love to be able to travel like that! I think I might start saving up several thousand dollars to be able to take a trip through the US.

@BobKeefe 3 года назад

This was a dam-fine video 😃👍

@meloneyparker 3 года назад

You have a very soothing and pleasant voice!

@jimbridge4166 3 года назад

Have thoroughly enjoyed the Montana footage. Thanks, Russ.

@rosec8622 3 года назад

That Libby Dam - impressive! Thanks for the ride-along again and thanks Russ for the RVerTV Virtual Vacation Tour 2020 🌟🤗🌞🦋🧭🚐😎👍

@DaleRFetz 3 года назад

Great arm chair traveling! And, I am a Montana!

@ronaldgraves6196 3 года назад

Corp of Engineers are required to provide campgrounds at all major corp projects like dams. Some of the best campgrounds in the US.

@henrywardell4635 3 года назад

Wow - We Love RVerTV . Thank you Russ.

@CameronCox_1969 3 года назад

Thank you for giving us Aussies a Virtual Holiday exactly were we want to be. Your helping me heaps plan our next trip to that part of your awesome country.

@milehighkit4725 3 года назад

Beautiful area! I can't believe you're not all snowed over :-) we've had two days worth in Colorado.

@caniexplain7086 2 года назад

I am addicted to your videos, sir. keep it up

@jesscarey7666 3 года назад

Stunning sights Russ! Thanks for the ride!👍

@samdesnoyers7927 3 года назад

This brought back alot of memories when I was a kid we moved out to libby in 1996, my dad was a professional hunter and guide and he used go take me fishing here all the time I miss it still beautiful 20+ years later

@thenov1944 7 месяцев назад

My Mom Grew up in Libby , MT ( 1930' s ) Loved going out there in car trips ! Have taken Amtrak in recent years a couple of times to Travel / Explore the area & drive up to Glacier N P ! Wonderful area for sure ! ! !

@gottfriedstutz1428 3 года назад

Every day a new Video : Thats cool and I enjoy it. Thanks Russ !

@daveblackwell180 3 года назад

The river is not shallow rather its crystal clear you can see the bottom even if its 20ft deep, just a beautiful river

@doctorartphd6463 Год назад

Nice video. I live about 50 miles from Libby, near Thompson Falls.. Thanks Russ.

@debigarland7313 3 года назад

Montana is absolutely stunning. I live in Oregon and it’s gorgeous, but these videos of Montana make me want to move! Thanks for taking us along, Russ!

@doctorartphd6463 Год назад

I pray your a conservative and a real patriot.

@thenov1944 7 месяцев назад

@@doctorartphd6463 Just Say NO To MAGA ! ! !

@doctorartphd6463 7 месяцев назад

@@thenov1944 Just say no to "the thenov1944", the imbecile.

@scottmathews3777 3 года назад

I love your videos. I used to enjoy road trips like this, but I had to quit driving two years ago after a stroke, so this is my best chance to get that "road trip" experience again. The idea of using the drone is genius!

@davidswain8993 3 года назад

My wife, Libby and I were there in 2012 on our cross country motorcycle trip. Beautiful area.

@markwilder3606 3 года назад

I have been wanting to take that trip for years, thank you,Thank you !!

@stuartroland9605 3 года назад

Great video Russ . You are going slow and taking time to show us some great things along the way . Thank you ,take care an we will see you down the road .👍👍😊✌

@ZahaA 3 года назад

Montana definitely beautiful state. Thanks for the virtual vacation... thanks Russ 🚐. Stay safe

@charlesgreene9434 3 года назад

Really enjoyed the views of the Libby Dam. They have 5 turbines and 600 MW capacities. I worked at a dam like this for 37 years before I retired.

@gregwarner3753 3 года назад

Missed that when we were out there last summer. We did stop at the Hungry Horse Dam further south. Great scenery, great roads and great people.

@usfreight 3 года назад

I lived in Hungry Horse. The Dam Town Tavern was my hangout.

@Brandon-sk5lq 3 года назад

@@usfreight my brother works at that tavern! LOL

@usfreight 3 года назад

@@Brandon-sk5lq my ex used to bartend there

@joycebarnett5813 3 года назад

SPECTACULAR SCENERY. I am going to plan on fishing in the Kootenai River next summer some time. I have heard that it is a great fishing place. I am really enjoying the trip and really appreciate you taking me along. Thanks for that. Stay safe and happy adventuring.

@rhondaplait9236 3 года назад

Montana was beautiful it was so much fun. Thank you. 💞

@carolyncolinhogarth8732 3 года назад

Russ a Big Wave, and I want you as an American to know, I am your Allie, as my father and my Uncles were vets for WW 2, and I want you to know you and I have our Freedoms because of these Vets we have. And I also want you to know that I respect you for Valuing human life, and going to our Vets memorials. Thank you for respecting my Dad and Uncles and what they did. I will not speak not till after your elections as I made myself a promise not to interfere. I just ask you Vote Russ, vote your conscience. Thank you for the shares as a Canadian.....Your Allies are right here as neighbors. Carolyn and Colin Hogarth from Osoyoos B.C. Canada. Speak later after the election....

@lisamcarthur3731 3 года назад

Russ, you are a gold nugget! 😎

@Kristina-fr7hr Год назад

Love ur way of LIFE.

@thomascampbell1267 3 года назад

That reservoir is 400 feet deep most places. Beautiful ride

@michaelwebb57 3 года назад

Wow! Another great video! The drone footage makes it that much better. Thanks for sharing! Safe travels!

@colinwalters1768 3 года назад

Hi Russ. Another cool video. It's frightening to think about how much water is behind the dam.Stay safe.

@phillipjohnson7583 3 года назад

Really enjoy the video! Thanks for the ride.

@ronaldgraves6196 3 года назад

Most of the Corp campground are 16 to 20 dollars a night, water and electric, usually a dump station. If you buy your Old Fart pass, campgrounds are half price, 14 day max stay.

@fernandocastelo1679 3 года назад

What a scenic & relaxing road. Beatiful landscapes. And The Journey Continues (without snow) !

@leeharrison8790 2 года назад

My favorite place to ice fish ! The extreme cold waters produce the best fish to eat ! Smoked fresh water silver salmon is a true delicious treat !

@maryelmaguire3161 3 года назад

Was there over 40 years ago. We always went on dam tours when we went anywhere. My dad was a power plant operator for over 30 years.

@CatherineLTully 3 года назад

Thanks - that scenery is amazing!

@libmathis1007 3 года назад

I keep repeating this but once again thanks for these gorgeous videos..they have helped me thru some tough times...be safe....

@shirleyjordan6340 3 года назад

Very nice video. I really enjoyed the ride. Thanks! Be Safe!

@oddopops1327 3 года назад

Love the video Russ! 👋😊

@marianfernwood6945 3 года назад

I was anxiously waiting for this video. Glad you are ok. Prayers surround you. Safe journeys.

@jameswalker9002 3 года назад

Thanks Russ. Still enjoying the journey. Looking forward to Idaho. 👍😁🙏

@robertjean659 3 года назад

Really spectacular drive today, very enjoyable. Drive safe.

@lynlalalala 3 года назад

Stop by Kootenai Falls and the swinging bridge... It's between Libby and Troy. Very scenic!!!

@thenov1944 7 месяцев назад

Y E S ! !

@joannagoulding4749 3 года назад

Hi from England, I am really enjoying your virtual tour 2020. It's the highlight of my day. Keep being awesome Russ. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 Stay safe everyone Xx

@maryannerickson1895 Год назад

Was to Libby dam Beautiful place.

@ronaldgraves6196 3 года назад

KOOtenai river and the lake is partially in CANada and partially in the USA ==KOOCANUSA.

@stephenhensley7004 3 года назад

That makes sense. Thanks, no kidding. As they say, I missed the forest for trees on that one.

@ronaldgraves6196 3 года назад

@@stephenhensley7004 actually, I spelledit incorrectly--KooKanUSA

@apex_ventures 3 года назад

Mind blown!

@apex_ventures 3 года назад

Russ is this a continuation of the same day from your previous video or did you camp overnight along 37?

@thenov1944 7 месяцев назад

Y E S ! !

@leeharrison8790 2 года назад

In the fall around the beginning of September harvesting silver salmon as they spawn up the creeks was a hoot ! Great for smoking ! & snacking on ! I sure miss living in the area !

@mayoricogloria1324 3 года назад

Beautiful video Sr. Clear voice.

@DaleRFetz 3 года назад

Love the drone action!

@fordracer1415 3 года назад

One of my favorite areas

@larrypittser6650 3 года назад

Hi Russ, your 2020 VV has helped to keep me sane. Your video is the highlight of my evening every night! Thank you for your channel, this has been the second best thing to being there in real life.

@stephenbrown3763 3 года назад

Hey Russ!!! "CRYSTAL" Clear air and water!!! Be Safe!!

@evelynlammel5680 3 года назад

I will be in Grangeville, Idaho on the 11th. I can't wait to see my Brother and his family. I will probably explore more when I am heading back home depending on the weather. I love traveling with you and seeing places I might not ever get to see. Happy Trails/Be Safe

@rickcrippen5180 3 года назад

Big Sky Country and big green rivers.

@timhagens340 3 года назад

Very impressed with this route! Love the reflection of the mountains in the lake! Been a great trip! Safe travels!

@tudywittlake1072 3 года назад

Hope you read this before morning. When you head out on Hwy 2 going west. Between Libby and Troy is the swinging bridge. It will be on your right hand side. Big parking area. You have to walk down to it. Easy walk.

@DownTheRoadWeGo 3 года назад

Russ, thanks for the plug at 14:57. Another great travel video. We were just out in Montana about a month ago. It's great seeing all the places we missed. We will be going back for sure. Safe Travels

@steveshortridge6255 3 года назад

Most definitely a slice of heaven your driving through russ 2 thumbs up

@shayhouk8582 3 года назад

Russ, I sure am enjoying our virtual vacation and I just wanted to say Thank you.

@annettehambler-pruden6682 3 года назад

THE LIBBY DAM ACTUALLY RAISED THE WATER TEMP IN THE KOOTENAY RIVER BY ENOUGH THAT THE COLD WATER FISHERY HAS BEEN AFFECTED AND THE RIVER NO LONGER FREEZES LIKE IT DID WHEN I WAS YOUNGER AROUND CRESTON, B.C.

@DaleRFetz 3 года назад

AmaZing that Libby Dam!

@websurfer44 3 года назад

I haven't been out west since the 80's. Your videos are bring back fond memories. Did a road trip with my brother who was in the navy on extended leave as he transitioned from Virginia to San Diego. We drove his Dotson pickup from Wisconsin to whidbey island Washington State passing thru Yellowstone. Mostly interstate driving. I remember being surprised at how dry most of Washington State was until you got near the coast. It was a neat drive down thru the pine covered mountains to Seattle once we got close. We visited a buddy of my brother's who was also in the navy at the sub base on whidbey island. After that it was down the coast thru Olympic National Park and down thru Oregon on into California along the coast. By-passed San Francisco as we cut inland and visited old neighbors who had moved to Turlock California and then back to the coast and then the interstate down to San Diego. When we passed thru Idaho the interstate dropped down to two lanes for a bit but I think they were constructing a second set of lanes as we passed. Fond memories.

@gregpatton8413 3 года назад

Sure enjoy your videos

@kimberlyshalaby1134 3 года назад

🙋‍♀️Hello Russ! You have had some amazing weather for our Virtual Vacation. It's been Beautiful! The wall to that Dam, ditto on the WOW. Huge. If it broke, the force behind it. I'm fascinated with how beautiful blue the Lakes have been. This last body of water had more of a green to it. Maybe from being so shallow. So many beautiful picture postcard perfect moments in your travels, it will be hard to pick a best one.👍

@seminolerick6845 3 года назад

Nice dam shot !

@stackitlikeabeast3294 Год назад

Beautiful trip. Gotta go

@garyr4047 3 года назад

As always, outstanding... I've driven that road several times.. On your next go around there cross the Koocanusa bridge (the one you went across and then went back over to Hwy 37) and take the back road to Yaak and then on down to Libby.. A great drive.

@DrJohn493 3 года назад

All kinds of fly fishing possibilities for this Rockies Roamer next summer! Really enjoying this series of videos. Plan to spend some time in Idaho next summer too. I'll catch up with you down the road.

@judgiedee 3 года назад

Great vlog Russ!

@daviddraper7364 3 года назад

very nice ride along russ!! can't wait for the one Dam nice!!

@MySORRELL 3 года назад

THANKS

@larryolesen1723 3 года назад

Hi Russ, we wanted to see what Libby dam looks like now, really hasn't changed much except the gates are closed. Thank you for the great videos, thoroughly enjoyable. Have a safe evening an enjoy your stay in Libby Montana.

@gregprince2523 3 года назад

Wowzers!!

@JaniceSF48 3 года назад

Love this area we travel on Hwy 2 a lot of Clallam county.. Sequim area through Idaho on 2 through Libby close to Kalispell area. Very nice love what you’ve filmed beautiful

@vickikirks9959 3 года назад

Gorgeous....😍

@keithsparling5537 3 года назад

Youre close to kootenai falls! Go see it ! I love this area!!! My favorite! Thank you again!

@lindatripp3306 3 года назад

I have truly been enjoying RVerTV Virtual Vacation 2020 with you Russ. It has been an awesome pleasure thank you so much. 😊 I hope you don’t rush back to Arizona to fast because I am having such a good time! Hope you are too.

@curtdrahn8522 2 года назад

Always a nice trip with you. We stopped at the Libby Dam last year. You missed something very interesting across the highway from the dam. In fact your picture shows it. The hill side is bolted together and to the hillside. You can see the bolt heads in the picture as you leave the dam. I found it very interesting, it has a story board as well. Our trip was nice but we like to stop for lunch and found much of Montana closed, did find a pizza shop open in Libby, we were the only ones inside. With fuel prices so high, we will likely just "ride" along with you this year.

@robatsea2009 3 года назад

I think when you get into Libby via Hwy 37 you traveled along California Avenue (that's where the old Hotel Libby is located), whereas Mineral Avenue - the next one over - has more businesses on it as well as the Dome Theater. Hopefully you got a chance to fly the drone over the Kootenai Falls after getting closer to Troy. The rest stop that's just before you get to Idaho is also one of the best I've visited along US-2.

@bcbconklin 3 года назад

Wow, great episode, Russ, there is also a pullout for the Grand Coulee Dam just off hwy 2 to the north-west. Cheers!

@christopherrasmussen8718 3 года назад

So glad to see your vids. Way to much crazy stuff going on. Deep breath and I will enjoy this. Be safe.

@johneason6540 3 года назад

I'm actually going to Libby May 2021 to buy land for building a log cabin. Great video of the town and dam

@timf6916 3 года назад

Nice, very cool drive

@youngchoi2277 3 года назад

i enjoy your wonderful video very much,,, Thank you,,,,,,,,

@mstrstouc 3 года назад

kootenai falls is about 15 more miles toward troy on hghwy 2. i lived in troy about 4 years ago enjoyed it immensely. brings back memories

@dianebirky5914 3 года назад

I grew up in Libby...My Dad helped build the dam!!

@maureenmetzger8025 3 года назад

Do you happen to know my cuz mike brewington?

@Doc1855 2 месяца назад

We’ll be in Libby the end of May

@susanchandel967 3 года назад

Loving this trip. Heading back towards Q site my self slowly this weekend but I am in Eastern Washington visiting family Gotta skirt the crazy fires. YIKES. Heading towards Nevada then south not my original plan.

@Julie-gr1nf 3 года назад

So pretty....stay safe

@Dirge_Prime 9 месяцев назад

My father worked on that dam, still lives in Libby.

@Greg_Jones 3 года назад

As you make your way west set your sites on the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington. THAT'S a dam well worth visiting.

@maryelmaguire3161 3 года назад

Why yes it is. I’ve told him all about it. That’s where I grew up. Lived there for 25 years. Been everywhere in that dam. I even roller skated in the tunnel below the spillway.

@tonibritton9915 3 года назад

Hello from Sandpoint, Idaho. You will probably be going right through. I dont know if you are aware of the horrible fires in Washington, Oregon and California. Just a heads up. Love your show. We used to winter in Quartzsite

@yuvanbaldwinew9282 3 года назад

Woe it's amazing how man made these dams but old nature always wins in the end. But it's good to see dams bring done away with.. Hopefully this is. One of them..

@marcusstevens6774 3 года назад

Magnificent ...

@michaelelmore5103 3 года назад

Great video Russ! You'll have to get some potatoes while in Idaho. Take Care and can't wait for the next great video!👍😃

@usfreight 3 года назад

Where he is heading there are no potato farms in the panhandle. Potatos are 100s of miles south of this journey.

@newwomyn 3 года назад

Those tracks you had in your various drone shots is the BNSF Kootenai River Subdivision. That subdivision runs from Whitefish Montana to Spokane Washington. It is a part of the BNSF Northern Transcon. Amtrak's Empire Builder runs that sub as it runs between Chicago to Spokane. The northern leg will run into Seattle, the southern leg will run into Portland from Spokane. That subdivision also runs through Libby Montana.