Eggers Dam 338
Key Takeaway
Eggers Dam 338 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00338 |
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
Alice L & Walter J Eggers Trustees
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eggers Dam 338?
Eggers Dam 338 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 Eggers Dam 338?
Eggers Dam 338 is owned by Alice L & Walter J Eggers Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eggers Dam 338 built?
Eggers Dam 338 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Eggers Dam 338?
Eggers Dam 338 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 Eggers Dam 338?
Eggers Dam 338 has a dam height of 14 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 Eggers Dam 338 last inspected?
Eggers Dam 338 was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.