Goetsch Dam
Key Takeaway
Goetsch Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 584 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 897 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02161 |
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
Paul A Goetsch
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goetsch Dam?
Goetsch 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 Goetsch Dam?
Goetsch Dam is owned by Paul A Goetsch (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goetsch Dam built?
Goetsch Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Goetsch Dam?
Goetsch 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 Goetsch Dam?
Goetsch Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Goetsch Dam last inspected?
Goetsch Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.