Nelsen Dam 4068
Key Takeaway
Nelsen Dam 4068 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04068 |
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
Daniel L Nelsen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nelsen Dam 4068?
Nelsen Dam 4068 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 Nelsen Dam 4068?
Nelsen Dam 4068 is owned by Daniel L Nelsen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nelsen Dam 4068 built?
Nelsen Dam 4068 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Nelsen Dam 4068?
Nelsen Dam 4068 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 Nelsen Dam 4068?
Nelsen Dam 4068 has a dam height of 38 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 Nelsen Dam 4068 last inspected?
Nelsen Dam 4068 was last inspected on August 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.