Ehrke Dam
Key Takeaway
Ehrke Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 281 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,075 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01321 |
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
Karna K Lowenstein & Karon R Rodgers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ehrke Dam?
Ehrke 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 Ehrke Dam?
Ehrke Dam is owned by Karna K Lowenstein & Karon R Rodgers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ehrke Dam built?
Ehrke Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Ehrke Dam?
Ehrke Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ehrke Dam?
Ehrke 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 Ehrke Dam last inspected?
Ehrke Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.