Schlife Dam
Key Takeaway
Schlife Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00452 |
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
Eugene T Nelson Credit Shelter Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schlife Dam?
Schlife 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 Schlife Dam?
Schlife Dam is owned by Eugene T Nelson Credit Shelter Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schlife Dam built?
Schlife Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Schlife Dam?
Schlife 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 Schlife Dam?
Schlife Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Schlife Dam last inspected?
Schlife Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.