Uecker Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Uecker Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 472 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 213 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | NE02679 |
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
Michael D & Gina Uecker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Uecker Dam 1?
Uecker Dam 1 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 Uecker Dam 1?
Uecker Dam 1 is owned by Michael D & Gina Uecker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Uecker Dam 1 built?
Uecker Dam 1 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Uecker Dam 1?
Uecker Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Uecker Dam 1?
Uecker Dam 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Uecker Dam 1 last inspected?
Uecker Dam 1 was last inspected on March 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.