Berke Dam
Key Takeaway
Berke Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 825 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01443 |
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.C.S.G.A. Ltd
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berke Dam?
Berke 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 Berke Dam?
Berke Dam is owned by L.C.S.G.A. Ltd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berke Dam built?
Berke Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Berke Dam?
Berke 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 Berke Dam?
Berke Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Berke Dam last inspected?
Berke Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.