Navratil Dam
Key Takeaway
Navratil Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 144 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01218 |
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
Alan & Cynthia Friesen, Meadow Lake Farm, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Navratil Dam?
Navratil 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 Navratil Dam?
Navratil Dam is owned by Alan & Cynthia Friesen, Meadow Lake Farm, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Navratil Dam built?
Navratil 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 Navratil Dam?
Navratil Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Navratil Dam?
Navratil Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Navratil Dam last inspected?
Navratil Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.