Keller Dam 739
Key Takeaway
Keller Dam 739 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00739 |
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
W Keller LTD & Keller Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keller Dam 739?
Keller Dam 739 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 739?
Keller Dam 739 is owned by W Keller LTD & Keller Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keller Dam 739 built?
Keller Dam 739 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 739?
Keller Dam 739 serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Keller Dam 739?
Keller Dam 739 has a dam height of 29 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 739 last inspected?
Keller Dam 739 was last inspected on April 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.