Kugler Dam 7349
Key Takeaway
Kugler Dam 7349 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | NE07349 |
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
Haring Brothers Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kugler Dam 7349?
Kugler Dam 7349 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 7349?
Kugler Dam 7349 is owned by Haring Brothers Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kugler Dam 7349 built?
Kugler Dam 7349 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 7349?
Kugler Dam 7349 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 Kugler Dam 7349?
Kugler Dam 7349 has a dam height of 18 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 7349 last inspected?
Kugler Dam 7349 was last inspected on August 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.