Krieser Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Krieser Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 251 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02243 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Krieser Road Dam?
Krieser Road 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 Krieser Road Dam?
Krieser Road Dam is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Krieser Road Dam built?
Krieser Road Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Krieser Road Dam?
Krieser Road 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 Krieser Road Dam?
Krieser Road Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Krieser Road Dam last inspected?
Krieser Road Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.