Agate Dam
Key Takeaway
Agate Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 696 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01397 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
United Ss Forest Service
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Agate Dam?
Agate Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Agate Dam?
Agate Dam is owned by United Ss Forest Service (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Agate Dam built?
Agate Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Agate Dam?
Agate Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Agate Dam?
Agate Dam has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Agate Dam last inspected?
Agate Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.