Gregg Dam 1340
Key Takeaway
Gregg Dam 1340 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 | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 219 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,413 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01340 |
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
Bradley D & Gayle L Schutz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gregg Dam 1340?
Gregg Dam 1340 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 Gregg Dam 1340?
Gregg Dam 1340 is owned by Bradley D & Gayle L Schutz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gregg Dam 1340 built?
Gregg Dam 1340 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 Gregg Dam 1340?
Gregg Dam 1340 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 Gregg Dam 1340?
Gregg Dam 1340 has a dam height of 12 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 Gregg Dam 1340 last inspected?
Gregg Dam 1340 was last inspected on April 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.