Coatney Dam
Key Takeaway
Coatney Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 163 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05077 |
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
Marilyn Coatney
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Coatney Dam?
Coatney 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 Coatney Dam?
Coatney Dam is owned by Marilyn Coatney (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coatney Dam built?
Coatney Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Coatney Dam?
Coatney Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coatney Dam?
Coatney Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Coatney Dam last inspected?
Coatney Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.