Oak-Middle 72-A
Key Takeaway
Oak-Middle 72-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.2% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,022 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,060 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00084 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oak-Middle 72-A?
Oak-Middle 72-A 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 Oak-Middle 72-A?
Oak-Middle 72-A is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oak-Middle 72-A built?
Oak-Middle 72-A was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Oak-Middle 72-A?
Oak-Middle 72-A 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 Oak-Middle 72-A?
Oak-Middle 72-A has a dam height of 42 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 Oak-Middle 72-A last inspected?
Oak-Middle 72-A was last inspected on June 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.