Kaupp West Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Kaupp West 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 | 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 506 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 712 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 361 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,288 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01372 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of Kaupp West Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp West 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 West Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp West Irrigation Dam is owned by Gregory Lee VanderPol (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaupp West Irrigation Dam built?
Kaupp West 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 West Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp West 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 West Irrigation Dam?
Kaupp West Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 38 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 West Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Kaupp West Irrigation Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.