Blayne Behrends Dam
Key Takeaway
Blayne Behrends Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 42 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03271 |
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
Blayne & Bonnie Behrends
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blayne Behrends Dam?
Blayne Behrends 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 Blayne Behrends Dam?
Blayne Behrends Dam is owned by Blayne & Bonnie Behrends (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blayne Behrends Dam built?
Blayne Behrends Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Blayne Behrends Dam?
Blayne Behrends Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blayne Behrends Dam?
Blayne Behrends Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Blayne Behrends Dam last inspected?
Blayne Behrends Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.