Keller Dam 1785
Key Takeaway
Keller Dam 1785 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 91.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 563 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01785 |
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
Randy L & Carol L Keller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keller Dam 1785?
Keller Dam 1785 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 Keller Dam 1785?
Keller Dam 1785 is owned by Randy L & Carol L Keller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keller Dam 1785 built?
Keller Dam 1785 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Keller Dam 1785?
Keller Dam 1785 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 Keller Dam 1785?
Keller Dam 1785 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 Keller Dam 1785 last inspected?
Keller Dam 1785 was last inspected on November 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.