Mccoy Dam 8164
Key Takeaway
Mccoy Dam 8164 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE08164 |
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
Marla Ann Prusa etal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccoy Dam 8164?
Mccoy Dam 8164 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 Mccoy Dam 8164?
Mccoy Dam 8164 is owned by Marla Ann Prusa etal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccoy Dam 8164 built?
Mccoy Dam 8164 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Mccoy Dam 8164?
Mccoy Dam 8164 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 Mccoy Dam 8164?
Mccoy Dam 8164 has a dam height of 22 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 Mccoy Dam 8164 last inspected?
Mccoy Dam 8164 was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.