Meyerle Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Meyerle Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03629 |
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
Meyerle Family Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meyerle Farms Dam?
Meyerle Farms 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 Meyerle Farms Dam?
Meyerle Farms Dam is owned by Meyerle Family Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meyerle Farms Dam built?
Meyerle Farms 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 Meyerle Farms Dam?
Meyerle Farms 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 Meyerle Farms Dam?
Meyerle Farms Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Meyerle Farms Dam last inspected?
Meyerle Farms Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.