Shafer Dam
Key Takeaway
Shafer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03500 |
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
Stephen & Kay Shafer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shafer Dam?
Shafer 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 Shafer Dam?
Shafer Dam is owned by Stephen & Kay Shafer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shafer Dam built?
Shafer Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Shafer Dam?
Shafer 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 Shafer Dam?
Shafer Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Shafer Dam last inspected?
Shafer Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.