Kostal Hawthorne Dam
Key Takeaway
Kostal Hawthorne Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 910 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,342 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00110 |
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
Andrew J Wilson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kostal Hawthorne Dam?
Kostal Hawthorne 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 Kostal Hawthorne Dam?
Kostal Hawthorne Dam is owned by Andrew J Wilson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kostal Hawthorne Dam built?
Kostal Hawthorne Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Kostal Hawthorne Dam?
Kostal Hawthorne 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 Kostal Hawthorne Dam?
Kostal Hawthorne Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Kostal Hawthorne Dam last inspected?
Kostal Hawthorne Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.