Maskenthine Sediment Dam
Key Takeaway
Maskenthine Sediment Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 799 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 648 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02421 |
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 Elkhorn Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Maskenthine Sediment Dam?
Maskenthine Sediment 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 Maskenthine Sediment Dam?
Maskenthine Sediment 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 Sediment Dam built?
Maskenthine Sediment Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Sediment Dam?
Maskenthine Sediment 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 Maskenthine Sediment Dam?
Maskenthine Sediment Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Sediment Dam last inspected?
Maskenthine Sediment Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.