Fader Stewart Dam
Key Takeaway
Fader Stewart Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,418 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00409 |
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
Timothy A & Susan L Rowe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fader Stewart Dam?
Fader Stewart 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 Fader Stewart Dam?
Fader Stewart Dam is owned by Timothy A & Susan L Rowe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fader Stewart Dam built?
Fader Stewart Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Fader Stewart Dam?
Fader Stewart 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 Fader Stewart Dam?
Fader Stewart Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Fader Stewart Dam last inspected?
Fader Stewart Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.