Kuck Dam 9125
Key Takeaway
Kuck Dam 9125 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 | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE09125 |
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
Kuck Ranch Ltd
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kuck Dam 9125?
Kuck Dam 9125 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 Kuck Dam 9125?
Kuck Dam 9125 is owned by Kuck Ranch Ltd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kuck Dam 9125 built?
Kuck Dam 9125 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 Kuck Dam 9125?
Kuck Dam 9125 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 Kuck Dam 9125?
Kuck Dam 9125 has a dam height of 15 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 Kuck Dam 9125 last inspected?
Kuck Dam 9125 was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.