Prouty Dam 4
Key Takeaway
Prouty Dam 4 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 296 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01696 |
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
Gregory D & Catherine A Scheinost
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prouty Dam 4?
Prouty Dam 4 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 Prouty Dam 4?
Prouty Dam 4 is owned by Gregory D & Catherine A Scheinost (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prouty Dam 4 built?
Prouty Dam 4 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Prouty Dam 4?
Prouty Dam 4 serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prouty Dam 4?
Prouty Dam 4 has a dam height of 31 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 Prouty Dam 4 last inspected?
Prouty Dam 4 was last inspected on May 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.