Cline South Dam
Key Takeaway
Cline South Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,835 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03874 |
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 Ann Cline
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cline South Dam?
Cline South 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 Cline South Dam?
Cline South Dam is owned by Ruth Ann Cline (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cline South Dam built?
Cline South Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Cline South Dam?
Cline South 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 Cline South Dam?
Cline South Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Cline South Dam last inspected?
Cline South Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.