Copley Dam
Key Takeaway
Copley Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 166 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00616 |
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
Haussermann Cattle Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Copley Dam?
Copley 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 Copley Dam?
Copley Dam is owned by Haussermann Cattle Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Copley Dam built?
Copley Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Copley Dam?
Copley Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Copley Dam?
Copley Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Copley Dam last inspected?
Copley Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.