Summit Lake Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,020 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02506 |
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
Burt County Highway Department
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake Road Dam?
Summit Lake Road 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 Summit Lake Road Dam?
Summit Lake Road Dam is owned by Burt County Highway Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Lake Road Dam built?
Summit Lake Road Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Summit Lake Road Dam?
Summit Lake Road Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Summit Lake Road Dam?
Summit Lake Road Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Summit Lake Road Dam last inspected?
Summit Lake Road Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.