Thieszen Dam
Key Takeaway
Thieszen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 199 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00105 |
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
Thomas & Sandra L Hofmann
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thieszen Dam?
Thieszen 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 Thieszen Dam?
Thieszen Dam is owned by Thomas & Sandra L Hofmann (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thieszen Dam built?
Thieszen Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Thieszen Dam?
Thieszen 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 Thieszen Dam?
Thieszen Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Thieszen Dam last inspected?
Thieszen Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.