Nebraska City Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Nebraska City Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 86.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,071 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02749 |
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
Otoe County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nebraska City Road Dam?
Nebraska City Road 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 Nebraska City Road Dam?
Nebraska City Road Dam is owned by Otoe County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nebraska City Road Dam built?
Nebraska City Road Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Nebraska City Road Dam?
Nebraska City Road Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nebraska City Road Dam?
Nebraska City Road Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Nebraska City Road Dam last inspected?
Nebraska City Road Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.