Messing Scow Dam
Key Takeaway
Messing Scow Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 119 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00006 |
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
John & JoAnn Messing
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Messing Scow Dam?
Messing Scow 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 Messing Scow Dam?
Messing Scow Dam is owned by John & JoAnn Messing (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Messing Scow Dam built?
Messing Scow Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Messing Scow Dam?
Messing Scow Dam 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 Messing Scow Dam?
Messing Scow Dam 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 Messing Scow Dam last inspected?
Messing Scow Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.