Dam 4-13-2e
Key Takeaway
Dam 4-13-2e is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 947 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 126 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02379 |
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
Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam 4-13-2e?
Dam 4-13-2e 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 Dam 4-13-2e?
Dam 4-13-2e is owned by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam 4-13-2e built?
Dam 4-13-2e was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Dam 4-13-2e?
Dam 4-13-2e 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 Dam 4-13-2e?
Dam 4-13-2e has a dam height of 30 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 Dam 4-13-2e last inspected?
Dam 4-13-2e was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.