Kaupp Southwest Dam
Key Takeaway
Kaupp Southwest Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01373 |
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 Southwest Dam?
Kaupp Southwest 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 Southwest Dam?
Kaupp Southwest 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 Southwest Dam built?
Kaupp Southwest Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Southwest Dam?
Kaupp Southwest Dam 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 Kaupp Southwest Dam?
Kaupp Southwest Dam 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 Kaupp Southwest Dam last inspected?
Kaupp Southwest Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.