Carse Dam
Key Takeaway
Carse Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 348 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01367 |
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
Lawrence M & Martha A Fuller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carse Dam?
Carse 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 Carse Dam?
Carse Dam is owned by Lawrence M & Martha A Fuller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carse Dam built?
Carse Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Carse Dam?
Carse Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carse Dam?
Carse Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Carse Dam last inspected?
Carse Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.