Stuckey Dam
Key Takeaway
Stuckey Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00186 |
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
Stuckey Farms Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stuckey Dam?
Stuckey 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 Stuckey Dam?
Stuckey Dam is owned by Stuckey Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stuckey Dam built?
Stuckey Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Stuckey Dam?
Stuckey 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 Stuckey Dam?
Stuckey Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Stuckey Dam last inspected?
Stuckey Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.