Scroggin Dam
Key Takeaway
Scroggin Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 359 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00225 |
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
Cynthia R McNair
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scroggin Dam?
Scroggin 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 Scroggin Dam?
Scroggin Dam is owned by Cynthia R McNair (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scroggin Dam built?
Scroggin 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 Scroggin Dam?
Scroggin Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scroggin Dam?
Scroggin Dam 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 Scroggin Dam last inspected?
Scroggin Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.