General Agricultural Services Dam
Key Takeaway
General Agricultural Services 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 | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04006 |
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
General Agricultural Services LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of General Agricultural Services Dam?
General Agricultural Services 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 General Agricultural Services Dam?
General Agricultural Services Dam is owned by General Agricultural Services LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was General Agricultural Services Dam built?
General Agricultural Services 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 General Agricultural Services Dam?
General Agricultural Services 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 General Agricultural Services Dam?
General Agricultural Services Dam has a dam height of 18 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 General Agricultural Services Dam last inspected?
General Agricultural Services Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.