Gross Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Gross Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 430 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00737 |
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
Francis L Rohr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gross Dam 2?
Gross Dam 2 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 Gross Dam 2?
Gross Dam 2 is owned by Francis L Rohr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gross Dam 2 built?
Gross Dam 2 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Gross Dam 2?
Gross Dam 2 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 Gross Dam 2?
Gross Dam 2 has a dam height of 7 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 Gross Dam 2 last inspected?
Gross Dam 2 was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.