Krotter Schlager Dam
Key Takeaway
Krotter Schlager Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 276 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00497 |
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
Steven Fries Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Krotter Schlager Dam?
Krotter Schlager 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 Krotter Schlager Dam?
Krotter Schlager Dam is owned by Steven Fries Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Krotter Schlager Dam built?
Krotter Schlager Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Krotter Schlager Dam?
Krotter Schlager Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Krotter Schlager Dam?
Krotter Schlager Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Krotter Schlager Dam last inspected?
Krotter Schlager Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.