Sullwold Dam
Key Takeaway
Sullwold Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 0.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 276 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04607 |
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
Corliss Sullwold & Christa Britton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sullwold Dam?
Sullwold 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 Sullwold Dam?
Sullwold Dam is owned by Corliss Sullwold & Christa Britton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sullwold Dam built?
Sullwold Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Sullwold Dam?
Sullwold 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 Sullwold Dam?
Sullwold Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Sullwold Dam last inspected?
Sullwold Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.