Mcdaniel Dam 4956
Key Takeaway
Mcdaniel Dam 4956 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04956 |
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
Chad E & Laurie A McDaniel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcdaniel Dam 4956?
Mcdaniel Dam 4956 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 Mcdaniel Dam 4956?
Mcdaniel Dam 4956 is owned by Chad E & Laurie A McDaniel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcdaniel Dam 4956 built?
Mcdaniel Dam 4956 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 Mcdaniel Dam 4956?
Mcdaniel Dam 4956 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcdaniel Dam 4956?
Mcdaniel Dam 4956 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 Mcdaniel Dam 4956 last inspected?
Mcdaniel Dam 4956 was last inspected on April 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.