Vakoc Dam
Key Takeaway
Vakoc Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 202 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01768 |
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
Warren L Jessen et al
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vakoc Dam?
Vakoc 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 Vakoc Dam?
Vakoc Dam is owned by Warren L Jessen et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vakoc Dam built?
Vakoc Dam 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 Vakoc Dam?
Vakoc 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 Vakoc Dam?
Vakoc Dam 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 Vakoc Dam last inspected?
Vakoc Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.