Kavan Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Kavan Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00256 |
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
Mark E & Rita Kavan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kavan Dam 1?
Kavan Dam 1 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 Kavan Dam 1?
Kavan Dam 1 is owned by Mark E & Rita Kavan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kavan Dam 1 built?
Kavan Dam 1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Kavan Dam 1?
Kavan Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kavan Dam 1?
Kavan Dam 1 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 Kavan Dam 1 last inspected?
Kavan Dam 1 was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.