Cloisters Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Cloisters Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 744 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 42 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04461 |
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
The Cloisters on the Platte
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cloisters Dam 1?
Cloisters Dam 1 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 Cloisters Dam 1?
Cloisters Dam 1 is owned by The Cloisters on the Platte (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cloisters Dam 1 built?
Cloisters Dam 1 was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Cloisters Dam 1?
Cloisters Dam 1 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 Cloisters Dam 1?
Cloisters Dam 1 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 Cloisters Dam 1 last inspected?
Cloisters Dam 1 was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.