Gabel Dam
Key Takeaway
Gabel Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 57 ft (taller than 98.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 388 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 654 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05080 |
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
Jim Gabel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gabel Dam?
Gabel 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 Gabel Dam?
Gabel Dam is owned by Jim Gabel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gabel Dam built?
Gabel Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Gabel Dam?
Gabel Dam 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 Gabel Dam?
Gabel Dam has a dam height of 57 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 Gabel Dam last inspected?
Gabel Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.