Bernadt Family Dam
Key Takeaway
Bernadt Family Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03381 |
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
Bernadt Family Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bernadt Family Dam?
Bernadt Family 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 Bernadt Family Dam?
Bernadt Family Dam is owned by Bernadt Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bernadt Family Dam built?
Bernadt Family Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Bernadt Family Dam?
Bernadt Family 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 Bernadt Family Dam?
Bernadt Family Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Bernadt Family Dam last inspected?
Bernadt Family Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.