Kolar Dam
Key Takeaway
Kolar Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 765 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00195 |
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
Dusty D Majerus
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kolar Dam?
Kolar 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 Kolar Dam?
Kolar Dam is owned by Dusty D Majerus (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kolar Dam built?
Kolar Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Kolar Dam?
Kolar 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 Kolar Dam?
Kolar Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Kolar Dam last inspected?
Kolar Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.