Carter David West Dam
Key Takeaway
Carter David West Dam 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 | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 424 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01261 |
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
Pamela R Downer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carter David West Dam?
Carter David West 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 Carter David West Dam?
Carter David West Dam is owned by Pamela R Downer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carter David West Dam built?
Carter David West Dam 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 Carter David West Dam?
Carter David West 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 Carter David West Dam?
Carter David West Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Carter David West Dam last inspected?
Carter David West Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.