Thomsen Dam
Key Takeaway
Thomsen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03797 |
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
Haussermann Cattle Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomsen Dam?
Thomsen 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 Thomsen Dam?
Thomsen Dam is owned by Haussermann Cattle Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomsen Dam built?
Thomsen Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Thomsen Dam?
Thomsen 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 Thomsen Dam?
Thomsen Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Thomsen Dam last inspected?
Thomsen Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.