Hoelting Dam
Key Takeaway
Hoelting Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.2% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,192 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,432 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01521 |
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
Ricky L & Marie R Hoelting
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hoelting Dam?
Hoelting 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 Hoelting Dam?
Hoelting Dam is owned by Ricky L & Marie R Hoelting (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hoelting Dam built?
Hoelting Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Hoelting Dam?
Hoelting 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 Hoelting Dam?
Hoelting Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Hoelting Dam last inspected?
Hoelting Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.