Kirby Dam
Key Takeaway
Kirby Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 111 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04267 |
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
Kris O & Lisa A Kirby
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kirby Dam?
Kirby 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 Kirby Dam?
Kirby Dam is owned by Kris O & Lisa A Kirby (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kirby Dam built?
Kirby Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Kirby Dam?
Kirby Dam 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 Kirby Dam?
Kirby 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 Kirby Dam last inspected?
Kirby Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.