Dodge County Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Dodge County Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03299 |
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
Dodge County Highway Superintendent
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dodge County Road Dam?
Dodge County 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 Dodge County Road Dam?
Dodge County Road Dam is owned by Dodge County Highway Superintendent (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dodge County Road Dam built?
Dodge County Road Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Dodge County Road Dam?
Dodge County 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 Dodge County Road Dam?
Dodge County Road 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 Dodge County Road Dam last inspected?
Dodge County Road Dam was last inspected on March 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.