Prairie Queen South Dam
Key Takeaway
Prairie Queen South Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 655 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05083 |
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
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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High Hazard 54 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Prairie Queen South Dam?
Prairie Queen South 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 Prairie Queen South Dam?
Prairie Queen South Dam is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prairie Queen South Dam built?
Prairie Queen South Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Prairie Queen South Dam?
Prairie Queen South Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prairie Queen South Dam?
Prairie Queen South Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Prairie Queen South Dam last inspected?
Prairie Queen South Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.