Unick Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Unick Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 90.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,685 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02180 |
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
Custer County Highway Superintendent
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Unick Road Dam?
Unick 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 Unick Road Dam?
Unick Road Dam is owned by Custer County Highway Superintendent (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Unick Road Dam built?
Unick Road Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Unick Road Dam?
Unick Road 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 Unick Road Dam?
Unick Road Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Unick Road Dam last inspected?
Unick Road Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.