Holen Dam
Key Takeaway
Holen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 86.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04060 |
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
Don H Holen Farms LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holen Dam?
Holen 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 Holen Dam?
Holen Dam is owned by Don H Holen Farms LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holen Dam built?
Holen Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Holen Dam?
Holen 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 Holen Dam?
Holen Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Holen Dam last inspected?
Holen Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.