Ebbers Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Ebbers Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 735 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 216 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00999 |
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
Sheila M Ebbers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ebbers Dam 1?
Ebbers Dam 1 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 Ebbers Dam 1?
Ebbers Dam 1 is owned by Sheila M Ebbers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ebbers Dam 1 built?
Ebbers Dam 1 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Ebbers Dam 1?
Ebbers 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 Ebbers Dam 1?
Ebbers Dam 1 has a dam height of 23 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 Ebbers Dam 1 last inspected?
Ebbers Dam 1 was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.