Clifton Brothers Dam
Key Takeaway
Clifton Brothers Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 767 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03117 |
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
A J Clifton et al
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clifton Brothers Dam?
Clifton Brothers 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 Clifton Brothers Dam?
Clifton Brothers Dam is owned by A J Clifton et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clifton Brothers Dam built?
Clifton Brothers Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Clifton Brothers Dam?
Clifton Brothers Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clifton Brothers Dam?
Clifton Brothers Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Clifton Brothers Dam last inspected?
Clifton Brothers Dam was last inspected on March 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.