Maurice Kremer Dam
Key Takeaway
Maurice Kremer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 789 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02197 |
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
Gary D Moody
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maurice Kremer Dam?
Maurice Kremer 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 Maurice Kremer Dam?
Maurice Kremer Dam is owned by Gary D Moody (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maurice Kremer Dam built?
Maurice Kremer Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Maurice Kremer Dam?
Maurice Kremer Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Maurice Kremer Dam?
Maurice Kremer Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Maurice Kremer Dam last inspected?
Maurice Kremer Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.