Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3
Key Takeaway
Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 966 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,453 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02344 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3?
Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3?
Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 is owned by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 built?
Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3?
Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 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 Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3?
Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 has a dam height of 29 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 Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 last inspected?
Groundwater Recharge Dam 2-10-3 was last inspected on April 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.