Schutte Dam 2116
Key Takeaway
Schutte Dam 2116 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 | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 744 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02116 |
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
Allen R Schutte Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schutte Dam 2116?
Schutte Dam 2116 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 Schutte Dam 2116?
Schutte Dam 2116 is owned by Allen R Schutte Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schutte Dam 2116 built?
Schutte Dam 2116 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 Schutte Dam 2116?
Schutte Dam 2116 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 Schutte Dam 2116?
Schutte Dam 2116 has a dam height of 16 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 Schutte Dam 2116 last inspected?
Schutte Dam 2116 was last inspected on September 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.