Schaaf Dam
Key Takeaway
Schaaf Dam 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 | 39 ft (taller than 89.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 336 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 26 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00177 |
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
Tommy B & Susan M Schaaf
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schaaf Dam?
Schaaf 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 Schaaf Dam?
Schaaf Dam is owned by Tommy B & Susan M Schaaf (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schaaf Dam built?
Schaaf Dam 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 Schaaf Dam?
Schaaf Dam 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 Schaaf Dam?
Schaaf Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Schaaf Dam last inspected?
Schaaf Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.