Bergstresser Dam
Key Takeaway
Bergstresser Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 2.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 152 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 910 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00731 |
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
Dhalea LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bergstresser Dam?
Bergstresser 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 Bergstresser Dam?
Bergstresser Dam is owned by Dhalea LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bergstresser Dam built?
Bergstresser Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Bergstresser Dam?
Bergstresser Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bergstresser Dam?
Bergstresser Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Bergstresser Dam last inspected?
Bergstresser Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.