Brashear Group Dam
Key Takeaway
Brashear Group Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 96.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,630 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00584 |
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
Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brashear Group Dam?
Brashear Group 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 Brashear Group Dam?
Brashear Group Dam is owned by Nebraska Game & Parks Commission (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brashear Group Dam built?
Brashear Group Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Brashear Group Dam?
Brashear Group 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 Brashear Group Dam?
Brashear Group Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Brashear Group Dam last inspected?
Brashear Group Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.