Ervin Rut Dam
Key Takeaway
Ervin Rut Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 66 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02556 |
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
John R & Donna S Rut
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ervin Rut Dam?
Ervin Rut 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 Ervin Rut Dam?
Ervin Rut Dam is owned by John R & Donna S Rut (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ervin Rut Dam built?
Ervin Rut Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Ervin Rut Dam?
Ervin Rut Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ervin Rut Dam?
Ervin Rut 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 Ervin Rut Dam last inspected?
Ervin Rut Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.