Schroeter Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Schroeter Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 249 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03129 |
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
Robert O Schroeter
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schroeter Dam 1?
Schroeter Dam 1 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 Schroeter Dam 1?
Schroeter Dam 1 is owned by Robert O Schroeter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schroeter Dam 1 built?
Schroeter Dam 1 was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Schroeter Dam 1?
Schroeter Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schroeter Dam 1?
Schroeter Dam 1 has a dam height of 18 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 Schroeter Dam 1 last inspected?
Schroeter Dam 1 was last inspected on March 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.