Klaus Hartmann Dam
Key Takeaway
Klaus Hartmann Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 602 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 338 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02722 |
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
Hartmann Family LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Klaus Hartmann Dam?
Klaus Hartmann 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 Klaus Hartmann Dam?
Klaus Hartmann Dam is owned by Hartmann Family LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Klaus Hartmann Dam built?
Klaus Hartmann Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Klaus Hartmann Dam?
Klaus Hartmann 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 Klaus Hartmann Dam?
Klaus Hartmann Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Klaus Hartmann Dam last inspected?
Klaus Hartmann Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.