Cipriano Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Cipriano Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02674 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cipriano Road Dam?
Cipriano Road 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 Cipriano Road Dam?
Cipriano Road Dam is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cipriano Road Dam built?
Cipriano Road Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Cipriano Road Dam?
Cipriano Road 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 Cipriano Road Dam?
Cipriano Road Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Cipriano Road Dam last inspected?
Cipriano Road Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.