Huneke Dam
Key Takeaway
Huneke Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 198 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00038 |
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
Stephen R Mills Living Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Huneke Dam?
Huneke 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 Huneke Dam?
Huneke Dam is owned by Stephen R Mills Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huneke Dam built?
Huneke Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Huneke Dam?
Huneke 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 Huneke Dam?
Huneke Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Huneke Dam last inspected?
Huneke Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.