Rowan Dam (18-34-17w)
Key Takeaway
Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.2% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 392 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 388 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,070 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01698 |
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
Andrew F III & Sandra L Rowan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rowan Dam (18-34-17w)?
Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) 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 Rowan Dam (18-34-17w)?
Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) is owned by Andrew F III & Sandra L Rowan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) built?
Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Rowan Dam (18-34-17w)?
Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rowan Dam (18-34-17w)?
Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) has a dam height of 42 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 Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) last inspected?
Rowan Dam (18-34-17w) was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.