Herpolsheimer Dam
Key Takeaway
Herpolsheimer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 0.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 594 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00062 |
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
R Scott & Glenda M Sloup
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herpolsheimer Dam?
Herpolsheimer 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 Herpolsheimer Dam?
Herpolsheimer Dam is owned by R Scott & Glenda M Sloup (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herpolsheimer Dam built?
Herpolsheimer Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Herpolsheimer Dam?
Herpolsheimer 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 Herpolsheimer Dam?
Herpolsheimer Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Herpolsheimer Dam last inspected?
Herpolsheimer Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.