Blitzkie Dam
Key Takeaway
Blitzkie Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01676 |
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
Roger C Nelson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blitzkie Dam?
Blitzkie 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 Blitzkie Dam?
Blitzkie Dam is owned by Roger C Nelson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blitzkie Dam built?
Blitzkie Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Blitzkie Dam?
Blitzkie Dam 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 Blitzkie Dam?
Blitzkie Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Blitzkie Dam last inspected?
Blitzkie Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.