Randall Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Randall Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 473 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 499 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00468 |
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
Randall Land & Cattle Co Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Randall Dam 1?
Randall Dam 1 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 Randall Dam 1?
Randall Dam 1 is owned by Randall Land & Cattle Co Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Randall Dam 1 built?
Randall Dam 1 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Randall Dam 1?
Randall Dam 1 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 Randall Dam 1?
Randall Dam 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Randall Dam 1 last inspected?
Randall Dam 1 was last inspected on March 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.