Deppen Dam
Key Takeaway
Deppen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 460 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01172 |
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
Katherine G Forbes Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deppen Dam?
Deppen 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 Deppen Dam?
Deppen Dam is owned by Katherine G Forbes Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deppen Dam built?
Deppen Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Deppen Dam?
Deppen Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deppen Dam?
Deppen Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Deppen Dam last inspected?
Deppen Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.