Sehi Dam
Key Takeaway
Sehi Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,175 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00422 |
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
Sehi Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sehi Dam?
Sehi 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 Sehi Dam?
Sehi Dam is owned by Sehi Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sehi Dam built?
Sehi Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Sehi Dam?
Sehi 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 Sehi Dam?
Sehi 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 Sehi Dam last inspected?
Sehi Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.