Housel Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Housel Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02242 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Housel Road Dam?
Housel Road 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 Housel Road Dam?
Housel Road Dam is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Housel Road Dam built?
Housel Road Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Housel Road Dam?
Housel Road 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 Housel Road Dam?
Housel Road Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Housel Road Dam last inspected?
Housel Road Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.