Mietzner Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Mietzner Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02838 |
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
Franklin County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mietzner Road Dam?
Mietzner Road 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 Mietzner Road Dam?
Mietzner Road Dam is owned by Franklin County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mietzner Road Dam built?
Mietzner Road Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Mietzner Road Dam?
Mietzner Road 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 Mietzner Road Dam?
Mietzner Road Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mietzner Road Dam last inspected?
Mietzner Road Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.