Moessner Dam
Key Takeaway
Moessner Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 96 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01182 |
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
Lora Ann Black Revocable Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moessner Dam?
Moessner 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 Moessner Dam?
Moessner Dam is owned by Lora Ann Black Revocable Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moessner Dam built?
Moessner Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Moessner Dam?
Moessner 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 Moessner Dam?
Moessner 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 Moessner Dam last inspected?
Moessner Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.