Hintz Dam
Key Takeaway
Hintz Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 613 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,209 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | NE06722 |
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 A & Juli A Hintz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hintz Dam?
Hintz 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 Hintz Dam?
Hintz Dam is owned by Mark A & Juli A Hintz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hintz Dam built?
Hintz Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Hintz Dam?
Hintz Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hintz Dam?
Hintz Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Hintz Dam last inspected?
Hintz Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.