Dowell Dam
Key Takeaway
Dowell Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 284 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 209 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02520 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dowell Dam?
Dowell 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 Dowell Dam?
Dowell Dam is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dowell Dam built?
Dowell Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Dowell Dam?
Dowell Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dowell Dam?
Dowell Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Dowell Dam last inspected?
Dowell Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.