Einspahr Dam
Key Takeaway
Einspahr 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 | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 282 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01359 |
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
Janis E. Einspahr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Einspahr Dam?
Einspahr 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 Einspahr Dam?
Einspahr Dam is owned by Janis E. Einspahr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Einspahr Dam built?
Einspahr 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 Einspahr Dam?
Einspahr 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 Einspahr Dam?
Einspahr Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Einspahr Dam last inspected?
Einspahr Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.