Strieder Dam
Key Takeaway
Strieder Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04712 |
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
Rodney A Strieder
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Strieder Dam?
Strieder 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 Strieder Dam?
Strieder Dam is owned by Rodney A Strieder (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strieder Dam built?
Strieder Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Strieder Dam?
Strieder 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 Strieder Dam?
Strieder 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 Strieder Dam last inspected?
Strieder Dam was last inspected on March 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.