American Falls District Library
🏢 American Falls District Library · American Falls, Idaho
American Falls District Library
Perched on the south bank of the Snake River in Power County, American Falls is a small agricultural city whose modern identity was shaped by the 1925 construction of American Falls Dam, which flooded the original downtown and prompted the entire community to relocate. The American Falls District Library preserves the spirit of that resilient town with six days of weekly service and extended evening hours.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–7pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–7pm |
| Thursday | 10am–7pm |
| Friday | 10am–6pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 308 ROOSEVELT ST, AMERICAN FALLS, ID 83211
Phone: (208) 226-2335
Website: aflibrary.org
Plus Code: 85J9Q4MW+4X (AMERICAN FALLS, ID)
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📖 About American Falls District Library
American Falls, Idaho sits in Power County along the Snake River Plain, roughly 25 miles north of Pocatello. The city's history is defined by water: the original American Falls was a significant waterfall on the Snake River that gave the settlement its name, and when the American Falls Dam was completed in 1925, the reservoir it created submerged the entire original town. The community was moved in its entirety to higher ground — an extraordinary feat that shaped the close-knit character of this agricultural community of about 4,000 residents today. The American Falls District Library, at 308 Roosevelt Street, serves this community with a print collection, children's and young adult sections, public internet access and programming. It is a member of LiLI (Libraries Linking Idaho), giving cardholders access to the statewide digital catalog and databases. The library holds impressive ratings with local users and stays open until 7 pm Monday through Thursday, making it accessible for working families in this rural Power County seat.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves American Falls, a town famously relocated in its entirety when the 1925 American Falls Dam flooded the original Snake River townsite
- Located in Power County on the Snake River Plain, approximately 25 miles north of Pocatello
- Open six days a week with generous late hours — 10 am to 7 pm Monday through Thursday
- Member of LiLI (Libraries Linking Idaho), providing statewide digital catalog and database access
- Rated 5 stars by local patrons, reflecting strong community attachment to this rural library
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
American Falls cardholders can borrow digital content and search databases free through Idaho's LiLI statewide network:
📚 Services
- Public computers, printing and free Wi-Fi
- Print collection for children, teens and adults
- Interlibrary loan through the LiLI statewide network
- Idaho statewide digital catalog via LiLI
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
- Community meeting space
🎸 Programs
- Children's story time and early literacy programs
- Summer reading program for all ages
- Youth activities and after-school programming
- Community events and displays
📍 Nearby Libraries in Power & Bannock Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the original town of American Falls moved, and when did it happen?
The original American Falls was flooded when the American Falls Dam was completed in 1925 on the Snake River. The entire community — homes, businesses and civic buildings — was relocated to higher ground before the reservoir filled. It is one of the few instances in Idaho history where a whole town was systematically moved rather than simply abandoned.
What are the American Falls District Library's weekday hours?
The library is open Monday through Thursday 10 am to 7 pm and Friday 10 am to 6 pm. Saturday hours are 10 am to 5 pm. The library is closed on Sunday. It is one of the few rural Idaho district libraries offering evening hours every weekday.
What is LiLI and how does it benefit American Falls library cardholders?
LiLI (Libraries Linking Idaho) is Idaho's statewide library network, connecting public, academic and school libraries through a shared digital catalog and online databases. As a LiLI member, American Falls cardholders can request materials from libraries across Idaho and access statewide digital resources including eBooks, audiobooks and reference databases.
Is American Falls in Bannock County or Power County?
American Falls is the county seat of Power County, Idaho. It is sometimes confused with Bannock County because nearby Pocatello and Chubbuck are the major service centers for the region. Power County was carved out of Bingham County in 1913, and American Falls has been its seat ever since.
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