Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359
Key Takeaway
Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03359 |
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
University of Nebraska Foundation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359?
Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 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 Foundation Dam 3359?
Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 is owned by University of Nebraska Foundation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 built?
Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Foundation Dam 3359?
Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 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 Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359?
Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 has a dam height of 25 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 Foundation Dam 3359 last inspected?
Nebraska Foundation Dam 3359 was last inspected on May 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.