Spickelmier Dam
Key Takeaway
Spickelmier Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04126 |
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
Hayes County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spickelmier Dam?
Spickelmier 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 Spickelmier Dam?
Spickelmier Dam is owned by Hayes County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spickelmier Dam built?
Spickelmier Dam 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 Spickelmier Dam?
Spickelmier Dam 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 Spickelmier Dam?
Spickelmier Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Spickelmier Dam last inspected?
Spickelmier Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.