Stratbucker Dam
Key Takeaway
Stratbucker Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 98.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01622 |
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
Larry W & Diana L Stratbucker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stratbucker Dam?
Stratbucker 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 Stratbucker Dam?
Stratbucker Dam is owned by Larry W & Diana L Stratbucker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stratbucker Dam built?
Stratbucker Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Stratbucker Dam?
Stratbucker Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stratbucker Dam?
Stratbucker Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Stratbucker Dam last inspected?
Stratbucker Dam was last inspected on June 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.