Skalka Dam 239
Key Takeaway
Skalka Dam 239 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 347 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00239 |
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
Janet R Skalka Life ES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skalka Dam 239?
Skalka Dam 239 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 239?
Skalka Dam 239 is owned by Janet R Skalka Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skalka Dam 239 built?
Skalka Dam 239 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 239?
Skalka Dam 239 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 239?
Skalka Dam 239 has a dam height of 23 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 239 last inspected?
Skalka Dam 239 was last inspected on March 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.