Pokorny Dam
Key Takeaway
Pokorny Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 617 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,057 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | NE02779 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Village of Howells
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pokorny Dam?
Pokorny Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pokorny Dam?
Pokorny Dam is owned by Village of Howells (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pokorny Dam built?
Pokorny Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Pokorny Dam?
Pokorny 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 Pokorny Dam?
Pokorny Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Pokorny Dam last inspected?
Pokorny Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.