Broeker Dam
Key Takeaway
Broeker Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00479 |
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
Ihling L Carskadon, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broeker Dam?
Broeker 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 Broeker Dam?
Broeker Dam is owned by Ihling L Carskadon, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broeker Dam built?
Broeker Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Broeker Dam?
Broeker 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 Broeker Dam?
Broeker Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Broeker Dam last inspected?
Broeker Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.