Revell Dam
Key Takeaway
Revell Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 223 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01216 |
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
Ray Lynn J & Jeanette L Kopecky
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Revell Dam?
Revell 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 Revell Dam?
Revell Dam is owned by Ray Lynn J & Jeanette L Kopecky (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Revell Dam built?
Revell Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Revell Dam?
Revell 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 Revell Dam?
Revell 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 Revell Dam last inspected?
Revell Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.