Rehtus Dam
Key Takeaway
Rehtus Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE08801 |
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
Katherine Rehtus
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rehtus Dam?
Rehtus 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 Rehtus Dam?
Rehtus Dam is owned by Katherine Rehtus (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rehtus Dam built?
Rehtus Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Rehtus Dam?
Rehtus 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 Rehtus Dam?
Rehtus Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Rehtus Dam last inspected?
Rehtus Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.