Borg Rieschick Dam
Key Takeaway
Borg Rieschick Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02511 |
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
Roy & Kathy Rieschick
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Borg Rieschick Dam?
Borg Rieschick 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 Borg Rieschick Dam?
Borg Rieschick Dam is owned by Roy & Kathy Rieschick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borg Rieschick Dam built?
Borg Rieschick Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Borg Rieschick Dam?
Borg Rieschick 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 Borg Rieschick Dam?
Borg Rieschick 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 Borg Rieschick Dam last inspected?
Borg Rieschick Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.