Schnurr Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Schnurr Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,994 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01097 |
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
CA & William E Schnurr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schnurr Dam 2?
Schnurr Dam 2 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 Schnurr Dam 2?
Schnurr Dam 2 is owned by CA & William E Schnurr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schnurr Dam 2 built?
Schnurr Dam 2 was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Schnurr Dam 2?
Schnurr Dam 2 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 Schnurr Dam 2?
Schnurr Dam 2 has a dam height of 23 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 Schnurr Dam 2 last inspected?
Schnurr Dam 2 was last inspected on April 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.