Snook Dam
Key Takeaway
Snook Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01921 |
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
Lorn A Snook
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snook Dam?
Snook 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 Snook Dam?
Snook Dam is owned by Lorn A Snook (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snook Dam built?
Snook Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Snook Dam?
Snook Dam 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 Snook Dam?
Snook Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Snook Dam last inspected?
Snook Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.