Kleckner Dam
Key Takeaway
Kleckner Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01324 |
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
Nebraska Department of Transportation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kleckner Dam?
Kleckner 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 Kleckner Dam?
Kleckner Dam is owned by Nebraska Department of Transportation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kleckner Dam built?
Kleckner Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Kleckner Dam?
Kleckner 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 Kleckner Dam?
Kleckner 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 Kleckner Dam last inspected?
Kleckner Dam was last inspected on August 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.