Madden Dam
Key Takeaway
Madden Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 844 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 326 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 901 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01765 |
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
Ellen & George Vrtatko
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Madden Dam?
Madden 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 Madden Dam?
Madden Dam is owned by Ellen & George Vrtatko (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Madden Dam built?
Madden Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Madden Dam?
Madden 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 Madden Dam?
Madden Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Madden Dam last inspected?
Madden Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.