Monie Dam
Key Takeaway
Monie Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 278 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00623 |
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
Robert L & Shirley M Lennemann
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Monie Dam?
Monie 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 Monie Dam?
Monie Dam is owned by Robert L & Shirley M Lennemann (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monie Dam built?
Monie Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Monie Dam?
Monie Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Monie Dam?
Monie Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Monie Dam last inspected?
Monie Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.