Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam
Key Takeaway
Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00387 |
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
Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam?
Valentine Fish Hatchery 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 Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam?
Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam is owned by Nebraska Game & Parks Commission (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam built?
Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam?
Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam?
Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam last inspected?
Valentine Fish Hatchery Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.