Helen Fehrs Trust Dam
Key Takeaway
Helen Fehrs Trust Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 267 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 145 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03064 |
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
John A & Sharon K Fehrs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Helen Fehrs Trust Dam?
Helen Fehrs Trust 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 Helen Fehrs Trust Dam?
Helen Fehrs Trust Dam is owned by John A & Sharon K Fehrs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Helen Fehrs Trust Dam built?
Helen Fehrs Trust Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Helen Fehrs Trust Dam?
Helen Fehrs Trust Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Helen Fehrs Trust Dam?
Helen Fehrs Trust Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Helen Fehrs Trust Dam last inspected?
Helen Fehrs Trust Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.