Maskenthine Dam
Key Takeaway
Maskenthine Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 95.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,605 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 928 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 17,730 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00682 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Maskenthine Dam?
Maskenthine Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Maskenthine Dam?
Maskenthine Dam is owned by Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maskenthine Dam built?
Maskenthine Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Maskenthine Dam?
Maskenthine 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 Maskenthine Dam?
Maskenthine Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Maskenthine Dam last inspected?
Maskenthine Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.