Schlagel Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Schlagel Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 498 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 525 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02163 |
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
Red Willow County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Schlagel Road Dam?
Schlagel Road 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 Schlagel Road Dam?
Schlagel Road Dam is owned by Red Willow County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schlagel Road Dam built?
Schlagel Road Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Schlagel Road Dam?
Schlagel Road 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 Schlagel Road Dam?
Schlagel Road Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Schlagel Road Dam last inspected?
Schlagel Road Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.