Long Branch 61
Key Takeaway
Long Branch 61 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 341 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 494 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02218 |
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 61?
Long Branch 61 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 61?
Long Branch 61 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 61 built?
Long Branch 61 was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 61?
Long Branch 61 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 61?
Long Branch 61 has a dam height of 31 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 61 last inspected?
Long Branch 61 was last inspected on May 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.