Teegerstrom Dam
Key Takeaway
Teegerstrom Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 197 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02076 |
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
Kip M & Julie Allison
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Teegerstrom Dam?
Teegerstrom 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 Teegerstrom Dam?
Teegerstrom Dam is owned by Kip M & Julie Allison (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teegerstrom Dam built?
Teegerstrom Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Teegerstrom Dam?
Teegerstrom 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 Teegerstrom Dam?
Teegerstrom Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Teegerstrom Dam last inspected?
Teegerstrom Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.