Shifflet Dam
Key Takeaway
Shifflet Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03644 |
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
Red Willow County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shifflet Dam?
Shifflet 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 Shifflet Dam?
Shifflet Dam is owned by Red Willow County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shifflet Dam built?
Shifflet Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Shifflet Dam?
Shifflet 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 Shifflet Dam?
Shifflet Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Shifflet Dam last inspected?
Shifflet Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.