Seward County Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Seward County Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04560 |
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
Seward County Highway Dept.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Seward County Dam 2?
Seward County Dam 2 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 Seward County Dam 2?
Seward County Dam 2 is owned by Seward County Highway Dept. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seward County Dam 2 built?
Seward County Dam 2 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Seward County Dam 2?
Seward County Dam 2 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 Seward County Dam 2?
Seward County Dam 2 has a dam height of 29 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 Seward County Dam 2 last inspected?
Seward County Dam 2 was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.