Timmerman Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Timmerman Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.2% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 743 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 283 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 312 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02411 |
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
Lower Platte South Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Timmerman Farms Dam?
Timmerman Farms 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 Timmerman Farms Dam?
Timmerman Farms Dam is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timmerman Farms Dam built?
Timmerman Farms Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Timmerman Farms Dam?
Timmerman Farms 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 Timmerman Farms Dam?
Timmerman Farms Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Timmerman Farms Dam last inspected?
Timmerman Farms Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.