Robert Werner Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert Werner Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 93 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02205 |
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
Clint R & Jodi L Werner Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Werner Dam?
Robert Werner 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 Robert Werner Dam?
Robert Werner Dam is owned by Clint R & Jodi L Werner Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Werner Dam built?
Robert Werner Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Robert Werner Dam?
Robert Werner 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 Robert Werner Dam?
Robert Werner Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Robert Werner Dam last inspected?
Robert Werner Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.