Schroeder Dam
Key Takeaway
Schroeder Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 359 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00226 |
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
Anne Schroeder Heirs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder 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 Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder Dam is owned by Anne Schroeder Heirs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schroeder Dam built?
Schroeder Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder 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 Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Schroeder Dam last inspected?
Schroeder Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.