Kujath Dam
Key Takeaway
Kujath Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01996 |
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
Timothy Maschman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kujath Dam?
Kujath 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 Kujath Dam?
Kujath Dam is owned by Timothy Maschman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kujath Dam built?
Kujath Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Kujath Dam?
Kujath Dam 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 Kujath Dam?
Kujath Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Kujath Dam last inspected?
Kujath Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.