Andersen Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Andersen Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 79.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 342 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 168 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02748 |
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
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Andersen Farms Dam?
Andersen Farms 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 Andersen Farms Dam?
Andersen Farms Dam is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Andersen Farms Dam built?
Andersen Farms Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Andersen Farms Dam?
Andersen Farms 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 Andersen Farms Dam?
Andersen Farms Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Andersen Farms Dam last inspected?
Andersen Farms Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.