Kreutz Dam
Key Takeaway
Kreutz Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 442 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00162 |
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
David R Kreutz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kreutz Dam?
Kreutz 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 Kreutz Dam?
Kreutz Dam is owned by David R Kreutz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kreutz Dam built?
Kreutz Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Kreutz Dam?
Kreutz 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 Kreutz Dam?
Kreutz Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Kreutz Dam last inspected?
Kreutz Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.