Kugler Dam 1171
Key Takeaway
Kugler Dam 1171 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 337 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01171 |
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
Jeannette E, John G & Karen K Miller
Private
Nearby Dams
Road Dam Rs-17-1(103)
Hitchcock, NE
Low Hazard 40 ftKorell Dam
Hitchcock, NE
Low Hazard 17 ftNowka Dam
Hitchcock, NE
Low Hazard 12 ftBlackwood Creek P-3
Red Willow, NE
Low Hazard 30 ftSchlagel Road Dam
Red Willow, NE
Low Hazard 31 ftRuff Dam 2
Red Willow, NE
Low Hazard 38 ftRuff Dam
Red Willow, NE
Low Hazard 23 ftBlackwood Creek P-5
Red Willow, NE
Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kugler Dam 1171?
Kugler Dam 1171 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 Kugler Dam 1171?
Kugler Dam 1171 is owned by Jeannette E, John G & Karen K Miller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kugler Dam 1171 built?
Kugler Dam 1171 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Kugler Dam 1171?
Kugler Dam 1171 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 Kugler Dam 1171?
Kugler Dam 1171 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 Kugler Dam 1171 last inspected?
Kugler Dam 1171 was last inspected on November 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.