Reiss Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Reiss Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00319 |
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
Marla M & Randall C Burwell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reiss Dam 1?
Reiss 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 Reiss Dam 1?
Reiss Dam 1 is owned by Marla M & Randall C Burwell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reiss Dam 1 built?
Reiss Dam 1 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Reiss Dam 1?
Reiss Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reiss Dam 1?
Reiss Dam 1 has a dam height of 18 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 Reiss Dam 1 last inspected?
Reiss Dam 1 was last inspected on October 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.