Bordner Dam
Key Takeaway
Bordner 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 | 463 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 325 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00442 |
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
Jane and Patricia & Randy Kremer & Oertwich Co-Trustees
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bordner Dam?
Bordner 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 Bordner Dam?
Bordner Dam is owned by Jane and Patricia & Randy Kremer & Oertwich Co-Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bordner Dam built?
Bordner 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 Bordner Dam?
Bordner 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 Bordner Dam?
Bordner 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 Bordner Dam last inspected?
Bordner Dam was last inspected on March 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.