Sprick Dam
Key Takeaway
Sprick Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 330 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00158 |
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
K-Goose LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sprick Dam?
Sprick 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 Sprick Dam?
Sprick Dam is owned by K-Goose LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sprick Dam built?
Sprick Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Sprick Dam?
Sprick Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sprick Dam?
Sprick Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Sprick Dam last inspected?
Sprick Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.