Spencer Dam 1496
Key Takeaway
Spencer Dam 1496 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01496 |
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
Delphine N Spencer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spencer Dam 1496?
Spencer Dam 1496 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 Spencer Dam 1496?
Spencer Dam 1496 is owned by Delphine N Spencer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spencer Dam 1496 built?
Spencer Dam 1496 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Spencer Dam 1496?
Spencer Dam 1496 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spencer Dam 1496?
Spencer Dam 1496 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 Spencer Dam 1496 last inspected?
Spencer Dam 1496 was last inspected on December 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.