Badland Dam
Key Takeaway
Badland Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02769 |
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
Cody Oldaker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Badland Dam?
Badland 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 Badland Dam?
Badland Dam is owned by Cody Oldaker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Badland Dam built?
Badland Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Badland Dam?
Badland Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Badland Dam?
Badland Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Badland Dam last inspected?
Badland Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.