Oquist Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Oquist Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 117 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02204 |
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
Central Platte Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oquist Road Dam?
Oquist Road 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 Oquist Road Dam?
Oquist Road Dam is owned by Central Platte Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oquist Road Dam built?
Oquist Road Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Oquist Road Dam?
Oquist Road 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 Oquist Road Dam?
Oquist Road Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Oquist Road Dam last inspected?
Oquist Road Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.