Richert Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Richert Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 965 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00070 |
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
Anna Richert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richert Road Dam?
Richert Road 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 Richert Road Dam?
Richert Road Dam is owned by Anna Richert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richert Road Dam built?
Richert Road Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Road Dam?
Richert Road 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 Richert Road Dam?
Richert Road Dam 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 Richert Road Dam last inspected?
Richert Road Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.