Scholting Dam (Modified)
Key Takeaway
Scholting Dam (Modified) is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 752 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03170 |
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
Buffalo Ridge ESs, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scholting Dam (Modified)?
Scholting Dam (Modified) 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 Scholting Dam (Modified)?
Scholting Dam (Modified) is owned by Buffalo Ridge ESs, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scholting Dam (Modified) built?
Scholting Dam (Modified) was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Scholting Dam (Modified)?
Scholting Dam (Modified) serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scholting Dam (Modified)?
Scholting Dam (Modified) has a dam height of 32 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 Scholting Dam (Modified) last inspected?
Scholting Dam (Modified) was last inspected on June 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.