Omaha City Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Omaha City Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 966 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00067 |
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
OMAHA WATER WORKS
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Omaha City Reservoir Dam?
Omaha City Reservoir 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 Omaha City Reservoir Dam?
Omaha City Reservoir Dam is owned by OMAHA WATER WORKS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Omaha City Reservoir Dam built?
Omaha City Reservoir Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Omaha City Reservoir Dam?
Omaha City Reservoir Dam 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 Omaha City Reservoir Dam?
Omaha City Reservoir Dam 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 Omaha City Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Omaha City Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.