Turkey Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Turkey Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,427 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02433 |
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
City of Papillion
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Turkey Road Dam?
Turkey Road 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 Turkey Road Dam?
Turkey Road Dam is owned by City of Papillion (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turkey Road Dam built?
Turkey Road Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Turkey Road Dam?
Turkey Road 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 Turkey Road Dam?
Turkey Road 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 Turkey Road Dam last inspected?
Turkey Road Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.