Moody Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Moody Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02170 |
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
Juanita & J M Moody etal Trustees
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moody Dam 2?
Moody Dam 2 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 Moody Dam 2?
Moody Dam 2 is owned by Juanita & J M Moody etal Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moody Dam 2 built?
Moody Dam 2 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 Moody Dam 2?
Moody Dam 2 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 Moody Dam 2?
Moody Dam 2 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 Moody Dam 2 last inspected?
Moody Dam 2 was last inspected on August 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.