Sindt Dam
Key Takeaway
Sindt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 271 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,012 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00406 |
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
R & J Farms of NE INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sindt Dam?
Sindt 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 Sindt Dam?
Sindt Dam is owned by R & J Farms of NE INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sindt Dam built?
Sindt Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Sindt Dam?
Sindt 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 Sindt Dam?
Sindt Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Sindt Dam last inspected?
Sindt Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.