Centerfield Dam
Key Takeaway
Centerfield Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 524 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00085 |
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
Barry B & Brenda J Stauffer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Centerfield Dam?
Centerfield 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 Centerfield Dam?
Centerfield Dam is owned by Barry B & Brenda J Stauffer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Centerfield Dam built?
Centerfield Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Centerfield Dam?
Centerfield 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 Centerfield Dam?
Centerfield 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 Centerfield Dam last inspected?
Centerfield Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.