Ahlemeyer Dam
Key Takeaway
Ahlemeyer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE08149 |
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
John W & Peggy A Ahlemeyer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ahlemeyer Dam?
Ahlemeyer 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 Ahlemeyer Dam?
Ahlemeyer Dam is owned by John W & Peggy A Ahlemeyer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ahlemeyer Dam built?
Ahlemeyer Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Ahlemeyer Dam?
Ahlemeyer Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ahlemeyer Dam?
Ahlemeyer Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Ahlemeyer Dam last inspected?
Ahlemeyer Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.