Cerny Dam
Key Takeaway
Cerny Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 129 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02705 |
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
Kent P & Jon Cerny
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cerny Dam?
Cerny 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 Cerny Dam?
Cerny Dam is owned by Kent P & Jon Cerny (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cerny Dam built?
Cerny Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Cerny Dam?
Cerny 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 Cerny Dam?
Cerny Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Cerny Dam last inspected?
Cerny Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.