Stiver North Dam
Key Takeaway
Stiver North Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 432 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,441 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01194 |
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
MFK LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stiver North Dam?
Stiver North 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 Stiver North Dam?
Stiver North Dam is owned by MFK LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stiver North Dam built?
Stiver North Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Stiver North Dam?
Stiver North 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 Stiver North Dam?
Stiver North Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Stiver North Dam last inspected?
Stiver North Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.