Rasmussen Dam
Key Takeaway
Rasmussen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 946 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00626 |
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
Vera L Losey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen 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 Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen Dam is owned by Vera L Losey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rasmussen Dam built?
Rasmussen 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 Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen Dam 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 Rasmussen Dam?
Rasmussen Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Rasmussen Dam last inspected?
Rasmussen Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.