Schmacker Dam
Key Takeaway
Schmacker Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01256 |
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
Schuhmacher Family Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schmacker Dam?
Schmacker 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 Schmacker Dam?
Schmacker Dam is owned by Schuhmacher Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schmacker Dam built?
Schmacker Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Schmacker Dam?
Schmacker 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 Schmacker Dam?
Schmacker Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Schmacker Dam last inspected?
Schmacker Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.