Nathan Frink Dam
Key Takeaway
Nathan Frink Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 552 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 358 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02575 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nathan Frink Dam?
Nathan Frink 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 Nathan Frink Dam?
Nathan Frink Dam is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nathan Frink Dam built?
Nathan Frink Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Nathan Frink Dam?
Nathan Frink 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 Nathan Frink Dam?
Nathan Frink Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Nathan Frink Dam last inspected?
Nathan Frink Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.