Mazour Dam
Key Takeaway
Mazour Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 338 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2020 |
| NID ID | NE00227 |
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
David Mazour
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mazour Dam?
Mazour 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 Mazour Dam?
Mazour Dam is owned by David Mazour (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mazour Dam built?
Mazour Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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?
Mazour Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mazour Dam?
Mazour Dam has a dam height of 20 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 last inspected?
Mazour Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.