Kaupp Dam 4
Key Takeaway
Kaupp Dam 4 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 98.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 915 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01370 |
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
Gregory Lee VanderPol
Private
Nearby Dams
Kaupp Hereford Ranch 1
Gregory, SD
Significant Hazard 28 ftKaupp West Irrigation Dam
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Low Hazard 38 ftKaupp East Irrigation Dam
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Low Hazard 41 ftRowan Dam (2-34-18w)
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Low Hazard 37 ftKaupp Southwest Dam
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Low Hazard 24 ftRowan Dam (11-34-18w)
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Low Hazard 27 ftKaupp Hereford Ranch 2
Gregory, SD
Low Hazard 17 ftPeterson Dam 2
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kaupp Dam 4?
Kaupp Dam 4 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 Kaupp Dam 4?
Kaupp Dam 4 is owned by Gregory Lee VanderPol (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaupp Dam 4 built?
Kaupp Dam 4 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Kaupp Dam 4?
Kaupp Dam 4 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kaupp Dam 4?
Kaupp Dam 4 has a dam height of 64 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 Kaupp Dam 4 last inspected?
Kaupp Dam 4 was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.