Buffalo City Dam
Key Takeaway
Buffalo City Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 93.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 184 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01711 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buffalo City Dam?
Buffalo City 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 Buffalo City Dam?
Buffalo City Dam is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buffalo City Dam built?
Buffalo City Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Buffalo City Dam?
Buffalo City 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 Buffalo City Dam?
Buffalo City Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Buffalo City Dam last inspected?
Buffalo City Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.