Benson Brothers Dam
Key Takeaway
Benson Brothers Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 568 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 36 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00432 |
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 Benson Brothers Dam?
Benson Brothers 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 Benson Brothers Dam?
Benson Brothers 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 Benson Brothers Dam built?
Benson Brothers Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Benson Brothers Dam?
Benson Brothers Dam 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 Benson Brothers Dam?
Benson Brothers Dam 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 Benson Brothers Dam last inspected?
Benson Brothers Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.