Mazour Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Mazour Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 358 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 590 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00593 |
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
Eileen Mazour Living Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mazour Irrigation Dam?
Mazour Irrigation 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 Irrigation Dam?
Mazour Irrigation Dam is owned by Eileen Mazour Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mazour Irrigation Dam built?
Mazour Irrigation Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Irrigation Dam?
Mazour Irrigation 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 Mazour Irrigation Dam?
Mazour Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Mazour Irrigation Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.