Schilling Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Schilling Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00744 |
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
Gosper County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Schilling Dam 2?
Schilling Dam 2 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 Schilling Dam 2?
Schilling Dam 2 is owned by Gosper County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schilling Dam 2 built?
Schilling Dam 2 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Schilling Dam 2?
Schilling Dam 2 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 Schilling Dam 2?
Schilling Dam 2 has a dam height of 15 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 Schilling Dam 2 last inspected?
Schilling Dam 2 was last inspected on June 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.