Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 865 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 412 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00283 |
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
Jeff & Judi Beddow
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam?
Budde & Brown Company Detention 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 Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam?
Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam is owned by Jeff & Judi Beddow (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam built?
Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam?
Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam?
Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam last inspected?
Budde & Brown Company Detention Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.