Bish Dam
Key Takeaway
Bish Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 256 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00106 |
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
Harvey E Bish Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bish Dam?
Bish 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 Bish Dam?
Bish Dam is owned by Harvey E Bish Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bish Dam built?
Bish Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Bish Dam?
Bish 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 Bish Dam?
Bish Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Bish Dam last inspected?
Bish Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.