Dave Borrenpohl Dam
Key Takeaway
Dave Borrenpohl Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 376 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03144 |
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
Dave Borrenpohl
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dave Borrenpohl Dam?
Dave Borrenpohl 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 Dave Borrenpohl Dam?
Dave Borrenpohl Dam is owned by Dave Borrenpohl (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dave Borrenpohl Dam built?
Dave Borrenpohl Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Dave Borrenpohl Dam?
Dave Borrenpohl Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dave Borrenpohl Dam?
Dave Borrenpohl Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Dave Borrenpohl Dam last inspected?
Dave Borrenpohl Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.