Kaupp East Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Kaupp East Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 91.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,288 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01371 |
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
Vanderpol Family Limited Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kaupp East Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp East Irrigation 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 Kaupp East Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp East Irrigation Dam is owned by Vanderpol Family Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaupp East Irrigation Dam built?
Kaupp East Irrigation Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 East Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp East Irrigation Dam 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 East Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp East Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 41 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 East Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Kaupp East Irrigation Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.