Koranda Dam
Key Takeaway
Koranda Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,847 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00259 |
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
Saunders County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Koranda Dam?
Koranda 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 Koranda Dam?
Koranda Dam is owned by Saunders County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Koranda Dam built?
Koranda Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Koranda Dam?
Koranda 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 Koranda Dam?
Koranda 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 Koranda Dam last inspected?
Koranda Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.