Oeltjen Dam
Key Takeaway
Oeltjen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 63 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02726 |
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
Anton Oeltjen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oeltjen Dam?
Oeltjen 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 Oeltjen Dam?
Oeltjen Dam is owned by Anton Oeltjen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oeltjen Dam built?
Oeltjen Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Oeltjen Dam?
Oeltjen Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oeltjen Dam?
Oeltjen Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Oeltjen Dam last inspected?
Oeltjen Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.