Timperley Dam
Key Takeaway
Timperley Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 392 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03146 |
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
Gene Otis & Kelcey A Timperley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timperley Dam?
Timperley 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 Timperley Dam?
Timperley Dam is owned by Gene Otis & Kelcey A Timperley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timperley Dam built?
Timperley Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Timperley Dam?
Timperley Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Timperley Dam?
Timperley Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Timperley Dam last inspected?
Timperley Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.