Boren Dam
Key Takeaway
Boren Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 845 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02636 |
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
Tri Basin Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Boren Dam?
Boren 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 Boren Dam?
Boren Dam is owned by Tri Basin Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boren Dam built?
Boren Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Boren Dam?
Boren Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boren Dam?
Boren Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Boren Dam last inspected?
Boren Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.