Roland Moellenberndt Dam
Key Takeaway
Roland Moellenberndt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 723 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 163 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02505 |
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
Jacki & Roland Jr Moellenberndt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roland Moellenberndt Dam?
Roland Moellenberndt 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam?
Roland Moellenberndt Dam is owned by Jacki & Roland Jr Moellenberndt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roland Moellenberndt Dam built?
Roland Moellenberndt Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam?
Roland Moellenberndt 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam?
Roland Moellenberndt Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam last inspected?
Roland Moellenberndt Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.