Mike Chatt Dam 3
Key Takeaway
Mike Chatt Dam 3 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 114 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05066 |
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
Michael J Chatt et ux Co-Trustees
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mike Chatt Dam 3?
Mike Chatt Dam 3 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 Mike Chatt Dam 3?
Mike Chatt Dam 3 is owned by Michael J Chatt et ux Co-Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mike Chatt Dam 3 built?
Mike Chatt Dam 3 was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Mike Chatt Dam 3?
Mike Chatt Dam 3 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 Mike Chatt Dam 3?
Mike Chatt Dam 3 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 Mike Chatt Dam 3 last inspected?
Mike Chatt Dam 3 was last inspected on October 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.