Olberding Dam
Key Takeaway
Olberding Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 76 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | NE01230 |
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
LEO Farm LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Olberding Dam?
Olberding 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 Olberding Dam?
Olberding Dam is owned by LEO Farm LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olberding Dam built?
Olberding Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Olberding Dam?
Olberding 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 Olberding Dam?
Olberding Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Olberding Dam last inspected?
Olberding Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.