Dominy Dam
Key Takeaway
Dominy Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 357 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00334 |
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
T & K Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dominy Dam?
Dominy 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 Dominy Dam?
Dominy Dam is owned by T & K Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dominy Dam built?
Dominy Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Dominy Dam?
Dominy 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 Dominy Dam?
Dominy Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Dominy Dam last inspected?
Dominy Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.