Rains Dam
Key Takeaway
Rains Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE07368 |
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
Darrell Rains
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rains Dam?
Rains 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 Rains Dam?
Rains Dam is owned by Darrell Rains (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rains Dam built?
Rains Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Rains Dam?
Rains Dam 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 Rains Dam?
Rains 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 Rains Dam last inspected?
Rains Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.