Stagemeyer Dam
Key Takeaway
Stagemeyer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00746 |
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
Irlee Stagemeyer Life ES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stagemeyer Dam?
Stagemeyer 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 Stagemeyer Dam?
Stagemeyer Dam is owned by Irlee Stagemeyer Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stagemeyer Dam built?
Stagemeyer Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Stagemeyer Dam?
Stagemeyer 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 Stagemeyer Dam?
Stagemeyer Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Stagemeyer Dam last inspected?
Stagemeyer Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.