Hastings Northwest Dam
Key Takeaway
Hastings Northwest Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 7,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,927 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01726 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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
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What is the hazard classification of Hastings Northwest Dam?
Hastings Northwest Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hastings Northwest Dam?
Hastings Northwest Dam 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 Hastings Northwest Dam built?
Hastings Northwest Dam 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 Hastings Northwest Dam?
Hastings Northwest 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 Hastings Northwest Dam?
Hastings Northwest Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Hastings Northwest Dam last inspected?
Hastings Northwest Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.