Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 797 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00082 |
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
Wayne L & Lori A Bruns
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam?
Brackhan Marquardt Road 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 Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam?
Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam is owned by Wayne L & Lori A Bruns (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam built?
Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam?
Brackhan Marquardt Road 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 Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam?
Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam last inspected?
Brackhan Marquardt Road Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.