Dout Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Dout Dam 1 is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 991 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01085 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Dout Ranch & Cattle Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dout Dam 1?
Dout Dam 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dout Dam 1?
Dout Dam 1 is owned by Dout Ranch & Cattle Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dout Dam 1 built?
Dout Dam 1 was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Dout Dam 1?
Dout Dam 1 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 Dout Dam 1?
Dout Dam 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Dout Dam 1 last inspected?
Dout Dam 1 was last inspected on April 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.