Childs Hollow Dam
Key Takeaway
Childs Hollow Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 207 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 471 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02479 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Fontenelle Forest Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Childs Hollow Dam?
Childs Hollow Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Childs Hollow Dam?
Childs Hollow Dam is owned by Fontenelle Forest Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Childs Hollow Dam built?
Childs Hollow Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Childs Hollow Dam?
Childs Hollow Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Childs Hollow Dam?
Childs Hollow Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Childs Hollow Dam last inspected?
Childs Hollow Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.