Duchek Dam
Key Takeaway
Duchek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02990 |
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
Bobby Joe & Pamela Sue Duchek
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duchek Dam?
Duchek 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 Duchek Dam?
Duchek Dam is owned by Bobby Joe & Pamela Sue Duchek (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duchek Dam built?
Duchek Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Duchek Dam?
Duchek 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 Duchek Dam?
Duchek 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 Duchek Dam last inspected?
Duchek Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.