Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam
Key Takeaway
Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02356 |
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
Turkey Canyon LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam?
Richard Miles Grade Stabilization 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 Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam?
Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam is owned by Turkey Canyon LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam built?
Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam?
Richard Miles Grade Stabilization 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 Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam?
Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam last inspected?
Richard Miles Grade Stabilization Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.