Mazour Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Mazour Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 353 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,174 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00230 |
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
Amy Dunn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mazour Dam 1?
Mazour Dam 1 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 Mazour Dam 1?
Mazour Dam 1 is owned by Amy Dunn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mazour Dam 1 built?
Mazour Dam 1 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Mazour Dam 1?
Mazour Dam 1 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 Mazour Dam 1?
Mazour Dam 1 has a dam height of 28 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 Mazour Dam 1 last inspected?
Mazour Dam 1 was last inspected on March 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.