Minnick Dam
Key Takeaway
Minnick Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03872 |
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
Colleene C Minnick
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Minnick Dam?
Minnick 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 Minnick Dam?
Minnick Dam is owned by Colleene C Minnick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Minnick Dam built?
Minnick Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Minnick Dam?
Minnick 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 Minnick Dam?
Minnick Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Minnick Dam last inspected?
Minnick Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.