Long Branch 70
Key Takeaway
Long Branch 70 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 862 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 561 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,075 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02227 |
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 70?
Long Branch 70 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 70?
Long Branch 70 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 70 built?
Long Branch 70 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 70?
Long Branch 70 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 70?
Long Branch 70 has a dam height of 35 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 70 last inspected?
Long Branch 70 was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.