Koch Dam
Key Takeaway
Koch Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 342 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02734 |
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
Loren Koch
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Koch Dam?
Koch 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 Koch Dam?
Koch Dam is owned by Loren Koch (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Koch Dam built?
Koch Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Koch Dam?
Koch Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Koch Dam?
Koch Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Koch Dam last inspected?
Koch Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.