Roberts Dam 254
Key Takeaway
Roberts Dam 254 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 111 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00254 |
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
K Four J Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roberts Dam 254?
Roberts Dam 254 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 Roberts Dam 254?
Roberts Dam 254 is owned by K Four J Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roberts Dam 254 built?
Roberts Dam 254 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Roberts Dam 254?
Roberts Dam 254 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 Roberts Dam 254?
Roberts Dam 254 has a dam height of 20 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 Roberts Dam 254 last inspected?
Roberts Dam 254 was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.