Menominee Dam
Key Takeaway
Menominee Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 97.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,054 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,026 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02258 |
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
Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Menominee Dam?
Menominee 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 Menominee Dam?
Menominee Dam is owned by Lewis & Clark Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Menominee Dam built?
Menominee Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Menominee Dam?
Menominee Dam 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 Menominee Dam?
Menominee Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Menominee Dam last inspected?
Menominee Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.