Todd Mertes Dam
Key Takeaway
Todd Mertes Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05088 |
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
Todd & Kristy A Mertes
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Todd Mertes Dam?
Todd Mertes 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 Todd Mertes Dam?
Todd Mertes Dam is owned by Todd & Kristy A Mertes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Todd Mertes Dam built?
Todd Mertes Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Todd Mertes Dam?
Todd Mertes Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Todd Mertes Dam?
Todd Mertes Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Todd Mertes Dam last inspected?
Todd Mertes Dam was last inspected on June 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.