Brown Grain & Livestock Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown Grain & Livestock Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03697 |
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
Brown Grain & Livestock Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown Grain & Livestock Dam?
Brown Grain & Livestock 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 Brown Grain & Livestock Dam?
Brown Grain & Livestock Dam is owned by Brown Grain & Livestock Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Grain & Livestock Dam built?
Brown Grain & Livestock 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 Brown Grain & Livestock Dam?
Brown Grain & Livestock Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brown Grain & Livestock Dam?
Brown Grain & Livestock Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Brown Grain & Livestock Dam last inspected?
Brown Grain & Livestock Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.