Breinig-Schutz Dam
Key Takeaway
Breinig-Schutz Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 1.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE09700 |
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
Gosper County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Breinig-Schutz Dam?
Breinig-Schutz 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 Breinig-Schutz Dam?
Breinig-Schutz Dam is owned by Gosper County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Breinig-Schutz Dam built?
Breinig-Schutz 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 Breinig-Schutz Dam?
Breinig-Schutz Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Breinig-Schutz Dam?
Breinig-Schutz Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Breinig-Schutz Dam last inspected?
Breinig-Schutz Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.