Sayer Dam
Key Takeaway
Sayer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 331 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02261 |
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
DLL Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sayer Dam?
Sayer 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 Sayer Dam?
Sayer Dam is owned by DLL Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sayer Dam built?
Sayer Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Sayer Dam?
Sayer Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sayer Dam?
Sayer 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 Sayer Dam last inspected?
Sayer Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.