Frerichs Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Frerichs Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00618 |
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
Rodney Lee & Crystal M Frerichs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Frerichs Dam 2?
Frerichs Dam 2 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 Frerichs Dam 2?
Frerichs Dam 2 is owned by Rodney Lee & Crystal M Frerichs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frerichs Dam 2 built?
Frerichs Dam 2 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Frerichs Dam 2?
Frerichs Dam 2 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 Frerichs Dam 2?
Frerichs Dam 2 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 Frerichs Dam 2 last inspected?
Frerichs Dam 2 was last inspected on October 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.