Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02329 |
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
Douglas D Rokahr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam?
Delbert Boelter Irrigation 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 Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam?
Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam is owned by Douglas D Rokahr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam built?
Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam?
Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam?
Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Delbert Boelter Irrigation Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.