Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair)
Key Takeaway
Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 378 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 264 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00396 |
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
O'Kief Land & Cattle Co LLC
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair)?
Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) 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 Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair)?
Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) is owned by O'Kief Land & Cattle Co LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) built?
Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair)?
Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair)?
Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) has a dam height of 24 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 Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) last inspected?
Jim O'Kief Dam (Repair) was last inspected on May 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.