Syesbing Dam
Key Takeaway
Syesbing Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 279 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00310 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Syesbing Dam?
Syesbing Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Syesbing Dam?
Syesbing Dam is owned by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Syesbing Dam built?
Syesbing Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Syesbing Dam?
Syesbing 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 Syesbing Dam?
Syesbing Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Syesbing Dam last inspected?
Syesbing Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.