Spilker Dam
Key Takeaway
Spilker Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 568 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04777 |
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
Connie E Spilker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spilker Dam?
Spilker 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 Spilker Dam?
Spilker Dam is owned by Connie E Spilker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spilker Dam built?
Spilker Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Spilker Dam?
Spilker 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 Spilker Dam?
Spilker Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Spilker Dam last inspected?
Spilker Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.