Buchholz Dam
Key Takeaway
Buchholz Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 665 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 467 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02591 |
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
Cass County Roads
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buchholz Dam?
Buchholz 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 Buchholz Dam?
Buchholz Dam is owned by Cass County Roads (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buchholz Dam built?
Buchholz Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Buchholz Dam?
Buchholz 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 Buchholz Dam?
Buchholz Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Buchholz Dam last inspected?
Buchholz Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.