Gibbs Dam
Key Takeaway
Gibbs Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 179 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00356 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gibbs Dam?
Gibbs 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 Gibbs Dam?
Gibbs Dam is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gibbs Dam built?
Gibbs Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Gibbs Dam?
Gibbs 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 Gibbs Dam?
Gibbs Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Gibbs Dam last inspected?
Gibbs Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.