Stander Dam
Key Takeaway
Stander Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 877 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 249 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,306 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02599 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stander Dam?
Stander 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 Stander Dam?
Stander Dam is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stander Dam built?
Stander Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Stander Dam?
Stander 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 Stander Dam?
Stander 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 Stander Dam last inspected?
Stander Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.