Hippen Dam
Key Takeaway
Hippen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 483 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 56 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02729 |
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
Tanner & Maria Hippen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hippen Dam?
Hippen 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 Hippen Dam?
Hippen Dam is owned by Tanner & Maria Hippen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hippen Dam built?
Hippen Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Hippen Dam?
Hippen Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hippen Dam?
Hippen 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 Hippen Dam last inspected?
Hippen Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.