Eberspecher Dam
Key Takeaway
Eberspecher Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 695 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 328 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01109 |
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
Charles A & Donna J Holmgren
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eberspecher Dam?
Eberspecher 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 Eberspecher Dam?
Eberspecher Dam is owned by Charles A & Donna J Holmgren (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eberspecher Dam built?
Eberspecher Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Eberspecher Dam?
Eberspecher Dam 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 Eberspecher Dam?
Eberspecher 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 Eberspecher Dam last inspected?
Eberspecher Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.