Road Dam 16-11-11
Key Takeaway
Road Dam 16-11-11 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 51 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02337 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Road Dam 16-11-11?
Road Dam 16-11-11 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 Road Dam 16-11-11?
Road Dam 16-11-11 is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Road Dam 16-11-11 built?
Road Dam 16-11-11 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Road Dam 16-11-11?
Road Dam 16-11-11 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 Road Dam 16-11-11?
Road Dam 16-11-11 has a dam height of 30 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 Road Dam 16-11-11 last inspected?
Road Dam 16-11-11 was last inspected on May 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.