Hitchcock Dam
Key Takeaway
Hitchcock Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 148 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00434 |
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
Heath R Hitchcock Life ES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hitchcock Dam?
Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock Dam?
Hitchcock Dam is owned by Heath R Hitchcock Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hitchcock Dam built?
Hitchcock Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Hitchcock Dam?
Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock Dam?
Hitchcock Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Hitchcock Dam last inspected?
Hitchcock Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.