Blomstrom Dam
Key Takeaway
Blomstrom Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 227 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00438 |
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
Van Epps Ranch, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blomstrom Dam?
Blomstrom 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 Blomstrom Dam?
Blomstrom Dam is owned by Van Epps Ranch, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blomstrom Dam built?
Blomstrom Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Blomstrom Dam?
Blomstrom Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blomstrom Dam?
Blomstrom Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Blomstrom Dam last inspected?
Blomstrom Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.