Burritt Dam
Key Takeaway
Burritt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 306 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01749 |
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
Central Platte Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burritt Dam?
Burritt 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 Burritt Dam?
Burritt Dam is owned by Central Platte Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burritt Dam built?
Burritt Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Burritt Dam?
Burritt 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 Burritt Dam?
Burritt Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Burritt Dam last inspected?
Burritt Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.