Statz Dam
Key Takeaway
Statz Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02056 |
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
Mary L & Paul D Statz Trustees
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Statz Dam?
Statz 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 Statz Dam?
Statz Dam is owned by Mary L & Paul D Statz Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Statz Dam built?
Statz Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Statz Dam?
Statz 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 Statz Dam?
Statz Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Statz Dam last inspected?
Statz Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.