Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1)
Key Takeaway
Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 93.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 197 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02322 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1)?
Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1)?
Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) is owned by Nebraska Game & Parks Commission (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) built?
Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1)?
Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) 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 Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1)?
Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) has a dam height of 44 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 Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) last inspected?
Centurylink Dam (Multi-Purpose Dam 1989-1) was last inspected on September 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.