Ohmstede Dam-1
Key Takeaway
Ohmstede Dam-1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00686 |
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
Ohmstede Cattle Co
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ohmstede Dam-1?
Ohmstede Dam-1 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 Ohmstede Dam-1?
Ohmstede Dam-1 is owned by Ohmstede Cattle Co (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ohmstede Dam-1 built?
Ohmstede Dam-1 was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Ohmstede Dam-1?
Ohmstede Dam-1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ohmstede Dam-1?
Ohmstede Dam-1 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 Ohmstede Dam-1 last inspected?
Ohmstede Dam-1 was last inspected on September 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.