Roberts Dam 578
Key Takeaway
Roberts Dam 578 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 90.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 810 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00578 |
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
Stuart Peters
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roberts Dam 578?
Roberts Dam 578 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 578?
Roberts Dam 578 is owned by Stuart Peters (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roberts Dam 578 built?
Roberts Dam 578 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 578?
Roberts Dam 578 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 Roberts Dam 578?
Roberts Dam 578 has a dam height of 40 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 578 last inspected?
Roberts Dam 578 was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.