Blust Dam
Key Takeaway
Blust Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01253 |
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
Kollars Family
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blust Dam?
Blust 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 Blust Dam?
Blust Dam is owned by Kollars Family (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blust Dam built?
Blust Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Blust Dam?
Blust 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 Blust Dam?
Blust Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Blust Dam last inspected?
Blust Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.