Burbach Leise Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Burbach Leise Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02494 |
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
Cedar County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burbach Leise Road Dam?
Burbach Leise Road 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 Burbach Leise Road Dam?
Burbach Leise Road Dam is owned by Cedar County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burbach Leise Road Dam built?
Burbach Leise Road 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 Burbach Leise Road Dam?
Burbach Leise Road 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 Burbach Leise Road Dam?
Burbach Leise Road Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Burbach Leise Road Dam last inspected?
Burbach Leise Road Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.