Dooley Dam
Key Takeaway
Dooley Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 287 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 288 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02190 |
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
Michael P Dooley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dooley Dam?
Dooley 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 Dooley Dam?
Dooley Dam is owned by Michael P Dooley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dooley Dam built?
Dooley Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Dooley Dam?
Dooley Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dooley Dam?
Dooley Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Dooley Dam last inspected?
Dooley Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.