Kuenoh Dam
Key Takeaway
Kuenoh Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 767 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | NE02833 |
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
Lake Kuenoh Property Owners Assoc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kuenoh Dam?
Kuenoh 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 Kuenoh Dam?
Kuenoh Dam is owned by Lake Kuenoh Property Owners Assoc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kuenoh Dam built?
Kuenoh Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Kuenoh Dam?
Kuenoh Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kuenoh Dam?
Kuenoh Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Kuenoh Dam last inspected?
Kuenoh Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.