Thayer Dam
Key Takeaway
Thayer Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 222 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00341 |
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
Judith A Corman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thayer Dam?
Thayer 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 Thayer Dam?
Thayer Dam is owned by Judith A Corman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thayer Dam built?
Thayer Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Thayer Dam?
Thayer Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thayer Dam?
Thayer 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 Thayer Dam last inspected?
Thayer Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.