Bouer Dam
Key Takeaway
Bouer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.2% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,239 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00378 |
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
Saunders County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bouer Dam?
Bouer 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 Bouer Dam?
Bouer Dam is owned by Saunders County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bouer Dam built?
Bouer Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Bouer Dam?
Bouer 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 Bouer Dam?
Bouer Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Bouer Dam last inspected?
Bouer Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.