Darrell Roberts Dam
Key Takeaway
Darrell Roberts Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 93% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 287 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01675 |
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
Stuart Peters
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Darrell Roberts Dam?
Darrell Roberts 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 Darrell Roberts Dam?
Darrell Roberts Dam is owned by Stuart Peters (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Darrell Roberts Dam built?
Darrell Roberts Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Darrell Roberts Dam?
Darrell Roberts 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 Darrell Roberts Dam?
Darrell Roberts Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Darrell Roberts Dam last inspected?
Darrell Roberts Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.