Marvin Mueller Dam
Key Takeaway
Marvin Mueller Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 158 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05036 |
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
Marvin Mueller Family Farms Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marvin Mueller Dam?
Marvin Mueller 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 Marvin Mueller Dam?
Marvin Mueller Dam is owned by Marvin Mueller Family Farms Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marvin Mueller Dam built?
Marvin Mueller Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Marvin Mueller Dam?
Marvin Mueller Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marvin Mueller Dam?
Marvin Mueller Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Marvin Mueller Dam last inspected?
Marvin Mueller Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.