Naval Ammo Depot Dam
Key Takeaway
Naval Ammo Depot Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 373 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,054 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | NE03020 |
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
United Ss Army Corps of Engineers
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Naval Ammo Depot Dam?
Naval Ammo Depot 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 Naval Ammo Depot Dam?
Naval Ammo Depot Dam is owned by United Ss Army Corps of Engineers (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Naval Ammo Depot Dam built?
Naval Ammo Depot Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Naval Ammo Depot Dam?
Naval Ammo Depot Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Naval Ammo Depot Dam?
Naval Ammo Depot Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Naval Ammo Depot Dam last inspected?
Naval Ammo Depot Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.