Long Branch 42
Key Takeaway
Long Branch 42 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 432 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01815 |
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
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Long Branch 42?
Long Branch 42 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 Long Branch 42?
Long Branch 42 is owned by Nemaha Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Long Branch 42 built?
Long Branch 42 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Long Branch 42?
Long Branch 42 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 Long Branch 42?
Long Branch 42 has a dam height of 27 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 Long Branch 42 last inspected?
Long Branch 42 was last inspected on May 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.