Mahloch Kastanek Dam
Key Takeaway
Mahloch Kastanek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 568 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00040 |
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
Timothy J Fritz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mahloch Kastanek Dam?
Mahloch Kastanek 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 Mahloch Kastanek Dam?
Mahloch Kastanek Dam is owned by Timothy J Fritz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mahloch Kastanek Dam built?
Mahloch Kastanek Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Mahloch Kastanek Dam?
Mahloch Kastanek 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 Mahloch Kastanek Dam?
Mahloch Kastanek Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Mahloch Kastanek Dam last inspected?
Mahloch Kastanek Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.