Blickenstaff Dam
Key Takeaway
Blickenstaff Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03707 |
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
Bruce & Darla Blickenstaff
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blickenstaff Dam?
Blickenstaff 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 Blickenstaff Dam?
Blickenstaff Dam is owned by Bruce & Darla Blickenstaff (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blickenstaff Dam built?
Blickenstaff Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Blickenstaff Dam?
Blickenstaff 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 Blickenstaff Dam?
Blickenstaff 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 Blickenstaff Dam last inspected?
Blickenstaff Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.