Cross Group Dam
Key Takeaway
Cross Group Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,002 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00586 |
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
Barbara Cross
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cross Group Dam?
Cross Group 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 Cross Group Dam?
Cross Group Dam is owned by Barbara Cross (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cross Group Dam built?
Cross Group Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Cross Group Dam?
Cross Group 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 Cross Group Dam?
Cross Group Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Cross Group Dam last inspected?
Cross Group Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.