Mathiesen Dam 2720
Key Takeaway
Mathiesen Dam 2720 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 142 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02720 |
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
French Village LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mathiesen Dam 2720?
Mathiesen Dam 2720 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 2720?
Mathiesen Dam 2720 is owned by French Village LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mathiesen Dam 2720 built?
Mathiesen Dam 2720 was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 2720?
Mathiesen Dam 2720 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 2720?
Mathiesen Dam 2720 has a dam height of 33 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 2720 last inspected?
Mathiesen Dam 2720 was last inspected on April 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.