Boehler Dam
Key Takeaway
Boehler Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03589 |
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
Boehler Investments LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boehler Dam?
Boehler 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 Boehler Dam?
Boehler Dam is owned by Boehler Investments LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boehler Dam built?
Boehler Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Boehler Dam?
Boehler 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 Boehler Dam?
Boehler Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Boehler Dam last inspected?
Boehler Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.