David Korus Road Dam
Key Takeaway
David Korus Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,148 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 104 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02075 |
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
Platte County Highway Department
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of David Korus Road Dam?
David Korus Road 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 David Korus Road Dam?
David Korus Road Dam is owned by Platte County Highway Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was David Korus Road Dam built?
David Korus Road Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 David Korus Road Dam?
David Korus Road 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 David Korus Road Dam?
David Korus Road Dam 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 David Korus Road Dam last inspected?
David Korus Road Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.