Klawitter Dam
Key Takeaway
Klawitter Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 96.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 148 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02136 |
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
Alexander Lee White-Hamilton Etal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Klawitter Dam?
Klawitter 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 Klawitter Dam?
Klawitter Dam is owned by Alexander Lee White-Hamilton Etal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Klawitter Dam built?
Klawitter Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Klawitter Dam?
Klawitter Dam 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 Klawitter Dam?
Klawitter Dam has a dam height of 51 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 Klawitter Dam last inspected?
Klawitter Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.