Ogallala 6 (West Dam)
Key Takeaway
Ogallala 6 (West Dam) is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02331 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Ogallala
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ogallala 6 (West Dam)?
Ogallala 6 (West Dam) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ogallala 6 (West Dam)?
Ogallala 6 (West Dam) is owned by City of Ogallala (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ogallala 6 (West Dam) built?
Ogallala 6 (West Dam) was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Ogallala 6 (West Dam)?
Ogallala 6 (West Dam) 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 Ogallala 6 (West Dam)?
Ogallala 6 (West Dam) has a dam height of 32 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 Ogallala 6 (West Dam) last inspected?
Ogallala 6 (West Dam) was last inspected on May 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.