Skalka Dam 1590
Key Takeaway
Skalka Dam 1590 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01590 |
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
George Skalka
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skalka Dam 1590?
Skalka Dam 1590 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 Skalka Dam 1590?
Skalka Dam 1590 is owned by George Skalka (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skalka Dam 1590 built?
Skalka Dam 1590 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Skalka Dam 1590?
Skalka Dam 1590 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 Skalka Dam 1590?
Skalka Dam 1590 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 Skalka Dam 1590 last inspected?
Skalka Dam 1590 was last inspected on June 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.