Ransom Dam 1747
Key Takeaway
Ransom Dam 1747 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 43 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01747 |
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
Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ransom Dam 1747?
Ransom Dam 1747 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 Ransom Dam 1747?
Ransom Dam 1747 is owned by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ransom Dam 1747 built?
Ransom Dam 1747 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Ransom Dam 1747?
Ransom Dam 1747 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 Ransom Dam 1747?
Ransom Dam 1747 has a dam height of 26 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 Ransom Dam 1747 last inspected?
Ransom Dam 1747 was last inspected on June 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.