Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam
Key Takeaway
Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 95.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 512 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 624 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01760 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Cuming County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam is owned by Cuming County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam built?
Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bracht Floodwater Retention 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 Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam?
Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam last inspected?
Bracht Floodwater Retention Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.