Nelms Dam
Key Takeaway
Nelms Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 69 ft (taller than 99.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 2,780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 896 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 884 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02153 |
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
Clarence A & Mary Esther Nelms Trusts
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nelms Dam?
Nelms 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 Nelms Dam?
Nelms Dam is owned by Clarence A & Mary Esther Nelms Trusts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nelms Dam built?
Nelms Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Nelms Dam?
Nelms 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 Nelms Dam?
Nelms Dam has a dam height of 69 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 Nelms Dam last inspected?
Nelms Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.