Bernard Norman Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Bernard Norman Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 558 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02514 |
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
Jean Norman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bernard Norman Dam 1?
Bernard Norman Dam 1 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 Bernard Norman Dam 1?
Bernard Norman Dam 1 is owned by Jean Norman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bernard Norman Dam 1 built?
Bernard Norman Dam 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Bernard Norman Dam 1?
Bernard Norman Dam 1 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 Bernard Norman Dam 1?
Bernard Norman Dam 1 has a dam height of 15 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 Bernard Norman Dam 1 last inspected?
Bernard Norman Dam 1 was last inspected on June 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.