Fouts Dam
Key Takeaway
Fouts Dam 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 | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03774 |
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
Wayne G & Rita M Fouts Revocable Trusts
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fouts Dam?
Fouts 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 Fouts Dam?
Fouts Dam is owned by Wayne G & Rita M Fouts Revocable Trusts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fouts Dam built?
Fouts Dam 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 Fouts Dam?
Fouts 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 Fouts Dam?
Fouts Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Fouts Dam last inspected?
Fouts Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.