Heins Dam
Key Takeaway
Heins Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 86 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01876 |
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
Dean E Heins
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heins Dam?
Heins 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 Heins Dam?
Heins Dam is owned by Dean E Heins (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heins Dam built?
Heins Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Heins Dam?
Heins 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 Heins Dam?
Heins Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Heins Dam last inspected?
Heins Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.