Goedeken Dam
Key Takeaway
Goedeken Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 495 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00441 |
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
Arnold E Stuthman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goedeken Dam?
Goedeken 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 Goedeken Dam?
Goedeken Dam is owned by Arnold E Stuthman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goedeken Dam built?
Goedeken Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Goedeken Dam?
Goedeken 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 Goedeken Dam?
Goedeken 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 Goedeken Dam last inspected?
Goedeken Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.