Dawson County Road Dam 7
Key Takeaway
Dawson County Road Dam 7 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 105 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01409 |
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
Dawson County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dawson County Road Dam 7?
Dawson County Road Dam 7 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 Dawson County Road Dam 7?
Dawson County Road Dam 7 is owned by Dawson County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dawson County Road Dam 7 built?
Dawson County Road Dam 7 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Dawson County Road Dam 7?
Dawson County Road Dam 7 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 Dawson County Road Dam 7?
Dawson County Road Dam 7 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 Dawson County Road Dam 7 last inspected?
Dawson County Road Dam 7 was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.