Koester Dam
Key Takeaway
Koester Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01508 |
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
Marvin Koester
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Koester Dam?
Koester 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 Koester Dam?
Koester Dam is owned by Marvin Koester (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Koester Dam built?
Koester Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Koester Dam?
Koester 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 Koester Dam?
Koester Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Koester Dam last inspected?
Koester Dam was last inspected on March 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.