Plzett Dam
Key Takeaway
Plzett Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01086 |
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
Stewart's Monroe Creek Ranch LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Plzett Dam?
Plzett 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 Plzett Dam?
Plzett Dam is owned by Stewart's Monroe Creek Ranch LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plzett Dam built?
Plzett Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Plzett Dam?
Plzett 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 Plzett Dam?
Plzett Dam 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 Plzett Dam last inspected?
Plzett Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.