Ohmstede Dam 6748
Key Takeaway
Ohmstede Dam 6748 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NE06748 |
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
Clinton & Donna Ohmstede
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ohmstede Dam 6748?
Ohmstede Dam 6748 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 6748?
Ohmstede Dam 6748 is owned by Clinton & Donna Ohmstede (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ohmstede Dam 6748 built?
Ohmstede Dam 6748 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 6748?
Ohmstede Dam 6748 serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ohmstede Dam 6748?
Ohmstede Dam 6748 has a dam height of 22 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 6748 last inspected?
Ohmstede Dam 6748 was last inspected on September 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.