Meisinger Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Meisinger Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 558 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02712 |
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
Gregory D Stukenholtz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meisinger Dam 1?
Meisinger Dam 1 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 Meisinger Dam 1?
Meisinger Dam 1 is owned by Gregory D Stukenholtz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meisinger Dam 1 built?
Meisinger Dam 1 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Meisinger Dam 1?
Meisinger Dam 1 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 Meisinger Dam 1?
Meisinger Dam 1 has a dam height of 24 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 Meisinger Dam 1 last inspected?
Meisinger Dam 1 was last inspected on June 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.