Mathiesen Dam 159
Key Takeaway
Mathiesen Dam 159 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00159 |
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
Washington County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mathiesen Dam 159?
Mathiesen Dam 159 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 Mathiesen Dam 159?
Mathiesen Dam 159 is owned by Washington County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mathiesen Dam 159 built?
Mathiesen Dam 159 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Mathiesen Dam 159?
Mathiesen Dam 159 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 Mathiesen Dam 159?
Mathiesen Dam 159 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 Mathiesen Dam 159 last inspected?
Mathiesen Dam 159 was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.