Sughrone Dam
Key Takeaway
Sughrone Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 788 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01624 |
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
Poverty Knob LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sughrone Dam?
Sughrone 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 Sughrone Dam?
Sughrone Dam is owned by Poverty Knob LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sughrone Dam built?
Sughrone Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Sughrone Dam?
Sughrone 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 Sughrone Dam?
Sughrone Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Sughrone Dam last inspected?
Sughrone Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.