Ravenna S Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ravenna S Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 1.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 328 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00284 |
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
Buffalo County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ravenna S Lake Dam?
Ravenna S Lake 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 Ravenna S Lake Dam?
Ravenna S Lake Dam is owned by Buffalo County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ravenna S Lake Dam built?
Ravenna S Lake Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Ravenna S Lake Dam?
Ravenna S Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ravenna S Lake Dam?
Ravenna S Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Ravenna S Lake Dam last inspected?
Ravenna S Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.