Richert Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Richert Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 345 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00072 |
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
Scott E & Monica M Richert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richert Dam 2?
Richert Dam 2 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 Richert Dam 2?
Richert Dam 2 is owned by Scott E & Monica M Richert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richert Dam 2 built?
Richert Dam 2 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Richert Dam 2?
Richert Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richert Dam 2?
Richert Dam 2 has a dam height of 12 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 Richert Dam 2 last inspected?
Richert Dam 2 was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.