Kahrs Dam 620
Key Takeaway
Kahrs Dam 620 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 483 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00620 |
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
Bonnie D Kahrs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kahrs Dam 620?
Kahrs Dam 620 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 Kahrs Dam 620?
Kahrs Dam 620 is owned by Bonnie D Kahrs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kahrs Dam 620 built?
Kahrs Dam 620 was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Kahrs Dam 620?
Kahrs Dam 620 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 Kahrs Dam 620?
Kahrs Dam 620 has a dam height of 15 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 Kahrs Dam 620 last inspected?
Kahrs Dam 620 was last inspected on October 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.