Helen Labass Dam
Key Takeaway
Helen Labass Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 57 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02485 |
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
Gregory D & Christine M Kratz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Helen Labass Dam?
Helen Labass 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 Labass Dam?
Helen Labass Dam is owned by Gregory D & Christine M Kratz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Helen Labass Dam built?
Helen Labass Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Labass Dam?
Helen Labass 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 Helen Labass Dam?
Helen Labass Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Labass Dam last inspected?
Helen Labass Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.