Dondlinger Dam
Key Takeaway
Dondlinger Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 785 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 296 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00449 |
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
Darreld & Tina Domeier
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dondlinger Dam?
Dondlinger 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 Dondlinger Dam?
Dondlinger Dam is owned by Darreld & Tina Domeier (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dondlinger Dam built?
Dondlinger Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Dondlinger Dam?
Dondlinger 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 Dondlinger Dam?
Dondlinger 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 Dondlinger Dam last inspected?
Dondlinger Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.