Hamling Dam 4846
Key Takeaway
Hamling Dam 4846 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04846 |
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
Seward County Highway Dept.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hamling Dam 4846?
Hamling Dam 4846 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 Hamling Dam 4846?
Hamling Dam 4846 is owned by Seward County Highway Dept. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamling Dam 4846 built?
Hamling Dam 4846 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Hamling Dam 4846?
Hamling Dam 4846 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 Hamling Dam 4846?
Hamling Dam 4846 has a dam height of 32 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 Hamling Dam 4846 last inspected?
Hamling Dam 4846 was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.