Ott Dam 624
Key Takeaway
Ott Dam 624 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 462 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00624 |
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
Larry & Alice Fouts
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ott Dam 624?
Ott Dam 624 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 Ott Dam 624?
Ott Dam 624 is owned by Larry & Alice Fouts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ott Dam 624 built?
Ott Dam 624 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Ott Dam 624?
Ott Dam 624 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ott Dam 624?
Ott Dam 624 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 Ott Dam 624 last inspected?
Ott Dam 624 was last inspected on June 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.