Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam
Key Takeaway
Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 775 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 609 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 232 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01756 |
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
Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bailey Floodwater Retention 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 Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam is owned by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam built?
Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bailey Floodwater Retention 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 Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam last inspected?
Bailey Floodwater Retention Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.