Schluntz Dam 7834

TR-SAPPA CREEK· Furnas, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Schluntz Dam 7834 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage123 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE07834

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Steven D Seeman

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schluntz Dam 7834?

Schluntz Dam 7834 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 Schluntz Dam 7834?

Schluntz Dam 7834 is owned by Steven D Seeman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Schluntz Dam 7834 built?

Schluntz Dam 7834 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Schluntz Dam 7834?

Schluntz Dam 7834 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 Schluntz Dam 7834?

Schluntz Dam 7834 has a dam height of 18 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 Schluntz Dam 7834 last inspected?

Schluntz Dam 7834 was last inspected on July 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.