Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam
Key Takeaway
Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05069 |
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
Riley R & Lacy M Gerdes
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam?
Roger Gerdes Eqip 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 Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam?
Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam is owned by Riley R & Lacy M Gerdes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam built?
Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam?
Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam?
Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam last inspected?
Roger Gerdes Eqip Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.