Peden Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Peden Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01307 |
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
Howard L & Linda R Benjamin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Peden Dam 1?
Peden Dam 1 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 Peden Dam 1?
Peden Dam 1 is owned by Howard L & Linda R Benjamin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Peden Dam 1 built?
Peden Dam 1 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 Peden Dam 1?
Peden Dam 1 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 Peden Dam 1?
Peden Dam 1 has a dam height of 18 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 Peden Dam 1 last inspected?
Peden Dam 1 was last inspected on November 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.