Kohtz City of Albion Dam
Key Takeaway
Kohtz City of Albion Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00153 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Albion
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kohtz City of Albion Dam?
Kohtz City of Albion Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kohtz City of Albion Dam?
Kohtz City of Albion Dam is owned by City of Albion (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kohtz City of Albion Dam built?
Kohtz City of Albion Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Kohtz City of Albion Dam?
Kohtz City of Albion 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 Kohtz City of Albion Dam?
Kohtz City of Albion 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 Kohtz City of Albion Dam last inspected?
Kohtz City of Albion Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.