Shurigar Brothers Dam
Key Takeaway
Shurigar Brothers Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 691 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00167 |
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
James J & Jody L Granstrom
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shurigar Brothers Dam?
Shurigar Brothers 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 Shurigar Brothers Dam?
Shurigar Brothers Dam is owned by James J & Jody L Granstrom (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shurigar Brothers Dam built?
Shurigar Brothers Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Shurigar Brothers Dam?
Shurigar Brothers Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shurigar Brothers Dam?
Shurigar Brothers Dam 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 Shurigar Brothers Dam last inspected?
Shurigar Brothers Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.