Carol Joy Holling Dam
Key Takeaway
Carol Joy Holling Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 306 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,860 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00360 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministeries
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carol Joy Holling Dam?
Carol Joy Holling Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Carol Joy Holling Dam?
Carol Joy Holling Dam is owned by Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministeries (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carol Joy Holling Dam built?
Carol Joy Holling Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Carol Joy Holling Dam?
Carol Joy Holling Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carol Joy Holling Dam?
Carol Joy Holling Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Carol Joy Holling Dam last inspected?
Carol Joy Holling Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.