Fintel Dam 4013
Key Takeaway
Fintel Dam 4013 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04013 |
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
Lee Fintel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fintel Dam 4013?
Fintel Dam 4013 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 Fintel Dam 4013?
Fintel Dam 4013 is owned by Lee Fintel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fintel Dam 4013 built?
Fintel Dam 4013 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Fintel Dam 4013?
Fintel Dam 4013 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 Fintel Dam 4013?
Fintel Dam 4013 has a dam height of 22 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 Fintel Dam 4013 last inspected?
Fintel Dam 4013 was last inspected on May 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.