Singleton Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Singleton Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,523 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00704 |
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
Singleton Ranch Limited Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Singleton Dam 1?
Singleton Dam 1 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 Singleton Dam 1?
Singleton Dam 1 is owned by Singleton Ranch Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Singleton Dam 1 built?
Singleton Dam 1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Singleton Dam 1?
Singleton Dam 1 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 Singleton Dam 1?
Singleton Dam 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Singleton Dam 1 last inspected?
Singleton Dam 1 was last inspected on December 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.