Hendricks Dam
Key Takeaway
Hendricks Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,516 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03001 |
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
Mark & Judith Sullivan Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hendricks Dam?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks Dam?
Hendricks Dam is owned by Mark & Judith Sullivan Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hendricks Dam built?
Hendricks Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Hendricks Dam?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks Dam?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks Dam last inspected?
Hendricks Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.