Barta Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Barta Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 338 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 234 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02354 |
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
Kent D Barta
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barta Farm Pond Dam?
Barta Farm Pond 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 Barta Farm Pond Dam?
Barta Farm Pond Dam is owned by Kent D Barta (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barta Farm Pond Dam built?
Barta Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Barta Farm Pond Dam?
Barta Farm Pond 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 Barta Farm Pond Dam?
Barta Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Barta Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Barta Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.