Easterday Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Easterday Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 306 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02288 |
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
Frontier County
Local Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Easterday Road Dam?
Easterday Road 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 Easterday Road Dam?
Easterday Road Dam is owned by Frontier County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Easterday Road Dam built?
Easterday Road Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Easterday Road Dam?
Easterday Road 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 Easterday Road Dam?
Easterday Road Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Easterday Road Dam last inspected?
Easterday Road Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.