Gorr Dam 3
Key Takeaway
Gorr Dam 3 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00826 |
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
Scott & Raberta Starr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gorr Dam 3?
Gorr Dam 3 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 Gorr Dam 3?
Gorr Dam 3 is owned by Scott & Raberta Starr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gorr Dam 3 built?
Gorr Dam 3 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Gorr Dam 3?
Gorr Dam 3 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gorr Dam 3?
Gorr Dam 3 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 Gorr Dam 3 last inspected?
Gorr Dam 3 was last inspected on April 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.