Shearer'S Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Shearer'S Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 87 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | NE04966 |
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
Bar ZX LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shearer'S Pond Dam?
Shearer'S Pond 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 Shearer'S Pond Dam?
Shearer'S Pond Dam is owned by Bar ZX LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shearer'S Pond Dam built?
Shearer'S Pond Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Shearer'S Pond Dam?
Shearer'S Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shearer'S Pond Dam?
Shearer'S Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Shearer'S Pond Dam last inspected?
Shearer'S Pond Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.