Hadwiger Dam
Key Takeaway
Hadwiger Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 111 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01670 |
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
Buffalo County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hadwiger Dam?
Hadwiger 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 Hadwiger Dam?
Hadwiger Dam is owned by Buffalo County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hadwiger Dam built?
Hadwiger Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Hadwiger Dam?
Hadwiger Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hadwiger Dam?
Hadwiger Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Hadwiger Dam last inspected?
Hadwiger Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.