Becker 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Becker 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 766 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2021 |
| NID ID | NE01666 |
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
Redbird Valley LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Becker 2 Dam?
Becker 2 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 Becker 2 Dam?
Becker 2 Dam is owned by Redbird Valley LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Becker 2 Dam built?
Becker 2 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Becker 2 Dam?
Becker 2 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 Becker 2 Dam?
Becker 2 Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Becker 2 Dam last inspected?
Becker 2 Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.