Siffring Dam
Key Takeaway
Siffring Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,177 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02579 |
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
Big Bass Acres LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Siffring Dam?
Siffring 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 Siffring Dam?
Siffring Dam is owned by Big Bass Acres LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Siffring Dam built?
Siffring Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Siffring Dam?
Siffring Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Siffring Dam?
Siffring Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Siffring Dam last inspected?
Siffring Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.