Memphis Dam
Key Takeaway
Memphis Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1897 and is 129 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 4,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 289 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 88 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 81 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1897 (129 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00252 |
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
Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Memphis Dam?
Memphis 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 Memphis Dam?
Memphis Dam is owned by Nebraska Game & Parks Commission (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Memphis Dam built?
Memphis Dam was completed in 1897, making it 129 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 Memphis Dam?
Memphis Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Memphis Dam?
Memphis Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Memphis Dam last inspected?
Memphis Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.