Dux Dam
Key Takeaway
Dux Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 319 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01994 |
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
Danny L & Carolea A Roelfs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dux Dam?
Dux 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 Dux Dam?
Dux Dam is owned by Danny L & Carolea A Roelfs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dux Dam built?
Dux Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Dux Dam?
Dux 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 Dux Dam?
Dux Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Dux Dam last inspected?
Dux Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.