Dodd Dam 2107
Key Takeaway
Dodd Dam 2107 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 141 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02107 |
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
John E & Janet Dodd
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dodd Dam 2107?
Dodd Dam 2107 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 Dodd Dam 2107?
Dodd Dam 2107 is owned by John E & Janet Dodd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dodd Dam 2107 built?
Dodd Dam 2107 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Dodd Dam 2107?
Dodd Dam 2107 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 Dodd Dam 2107?
Dodd Dam 2107 has a dam height of 29 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 Dodd Dam 2107 last inspected?
Dodd Dam 2107 was last inspected on May 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.