Gestring Dam
Key Takeaway
Gestring Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 627 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 535 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00273 |
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
Nikodym Implement Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gestring Dam?
Gestring 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 Gestring Dam?
Gestring Dam is owned by Nikodym Implement Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gestring Dam built?
Gestring Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Gestring Dam?
Gestring Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gestring Dam?
Gestring Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Gestring Dam last inspected?
Gestring Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.