Rolfsmeier Dam
Key Takeaway
Rolfsmeier Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 277 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00079 |
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
Richard W & Ruth L Beckler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rolfsmeier Dam?
Rolfsmeier 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 Rolfsmeier Dam?
Rolfsmeier Dam is owned by Richard W & Ruth L Beckler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rolfsmeier Dam built?
Rolfsmeier Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Rolfsmeier Dam?
Rolfsmeier Dam 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 Rolfsmeier Dam?
Rolfsmeier Dam 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 Rolfsmeier Dam last inspected?
Rolfsmeier Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.