Frickel North Dam
Key Takeaway
Frickel North Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.2% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 36 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | NE02630 |
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
Brush Creek Grain Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Frickel North Dam?
Frickel North 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 Frickel North Dam?
Frickel North Dam is owned by Brush Creek Grain Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frickel North Dam built?
Frickel North Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Frickel North Dam?
Frickel North Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frickel North Dam?
Frickel North Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Frickel North Dam last inspected?
Frickel North Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.