Nowka Dam
Key Takeaway
Nowka Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 267 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,835 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01476 |
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
Doris Friehe Living Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nowka Dam?
Nowka 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 Nowka Dam?
Nowka Dam is owned by Doris Friehe Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nowka Dam built?
Nowka Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Nowka Dam?
Nowka Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nowka Dam?
Nowka Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Nowka Dam last inspected?
Nowka Dam was last inspected on December 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.