Bartels Dam 676
Key Takeaway
Bartels Dam 676 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 276 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00676 |
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
L & L Johnson Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bartels Dam 676?
Bartels Dam 676 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 Bartels Dam 676?
Bartels Dam 676 is owned by L & L Johnson Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bartels Dam 676 built?
Bartels Dam 676 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Bartels Dam 676?
Bartels Dam 676 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bartels Dam 676?
Bartels Dam 676 has a dam height of 20 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 Bartels Dam 676 last inspected?
Bartels Dam 676 was last inspected on June 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.