Schmidt Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Schmidt Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 527 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 426 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02259 |
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
Russell Schmidt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schmidt Irrigation Dam?
Schmidt Irrigation 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 Schmidt Irrigation Dam?
Schmidt Irrigation Dam is owned by Russell Schmidt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schmidt Irrigation Dam built?
Schmidt Irrigation Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Schmidt Irrigation Dam?
Schmidt Irrigation 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 Schmidt Irrigation Dam?
Schmidt Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Schmidt Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Schmidt Irrigation Dam was last inspected on March 31, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.