Cole South Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Cole South Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 726 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 249 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 270 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02501 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cole South Road Dam?
Cole South 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 Cole South Road Dam?
Cole South Road Dam is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cole South Road Dam built?
Cole South Road Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Cole South Road Dam?
Cole South Road 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 Cole South Road Dam?
Cole South 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 Cole South Road Dam last inspected?
Cole South Road Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.