Cannell Dam East
Key Takeaway
Cannell Dam East is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 247 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 193 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00697 |
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
Michael Cletus Hoehn Farm & Ranch Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cannell Dam East?
Cannell Dam East 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 Cannell Dam East?
Cannell Dam East is owned by Michael Cletus Hoehn Farm & Ranch Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cannell Dam East built?
Cannell Dam East was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Cannell Dam East?
Cannell Dam East 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 Cannell Dam East?
Cannell Dam East has a dam height of 27 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 Cannell Dam East last inspected?
Cannell Dam East was last inspected on November 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.