Dangberg Dam
Key Takeaway
Dangberg Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 231 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00674 |
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
Wayne County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dangberg Dam?
Dangberg 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 Dangberg Dam?
Dangberg Dam is owned by Wayne County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dangberg Dam built?
Dangberg Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Dangberg Dam?
Dangberg Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dangberg Dam?
Dangberg Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Dangberg Dam last inspected?
Dangberg Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.