Skolnik Dam 78
Key Takeaway
Skolnik Dam 78 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,039 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00078 |
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
Barbara & Raymond Leising Life Use
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skolnik Dam 78?
Skolnik Dam 78 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 Skolnik Dam 78?
Skolnik Dam 78 is owned by Barbara & Raymond Leising Life Use (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skolnik Dam 78 built?
Skolnik Dam 78 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Skolnik Dam 78?
Skolnik Dam 78 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 Skolnik Dam 78?
Skolnik Dam 78 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 Skolnik Dam 78 last inspected?
Skolnik Dam 78 was last inspected on April 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.