Schwede Dam
Key Takeaway
Schwede Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 741 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02409 |
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
Agatha Schwede Trust of 1987
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schwede Dam?
Schwede 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 Schwede Dam?
Schwede Dam is owned by Agatha Schwede Trust of 1987 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schwede Dam built?
Schwede Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Schwede Dam?
Schwede Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schwede Dam?
Schwede Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Schwede Dam last inspected?
Schwede Dam was last inspected on March 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.