Choat Dam
Key Takeaway
Choat Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 464 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00149 |
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
Ruth C Choat et al
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Choat Dam?
Choat 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 Choat Dam?
Choat Dam is owned by Ruth C Choat et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Choat Dam built?
Choat Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Choat Dam?
Choat Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Choat Dam?
Choat Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Choat Dam last inspected?
Choat Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.