Stamm Dam
Key Takeaway
Stamm Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04611 |
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
Vikki S Stamm
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stamm Dam?
Stamm 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 Stamm Dam?
Stamm Dam is owned by Vikki S Stamm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stamm Dam built?
Stamm Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Stamm Dam?
Stamm Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stamm Dam?
Stamm Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Stamm Dam last inspected?
Stamm Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.