Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam
Key Takeaway
Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 531 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01864 |
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
Robert B & Sheryl A McKeeman Revocable Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam?
Mckeeman Irrigation Storage 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 Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam?
Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam is owned by Robert B & Sheryl A McKeeman Revocable Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam built?
Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam?
Mckeeman Irrigation Storage 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 Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam?
Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam last inspected?
Mckeeman Irrigation Storage Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.