Loseke Frese Dam
Key Takeaway
Loseke Frese Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 91.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,469 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01588 |
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
Lower Platte North Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Loseke Frese Dam?
Loseke Frese 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 Loseke Frese Dam?
Loseke Frese Dam is owned by Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loseke Frese Dam built?
Loseke Frese Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Loseke Frese Dam?
Loseke Frese Dam 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 Loseke Frese Dam?
Loseke Frese Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Loseke Frese Dam last inspected?
Loseke Frese Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.