Van Cleave Dam
Key Takeaway
Van Cleave Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 453 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00481 |
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
Furnas County
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Cleave Dam?
Van Cleave 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 Van Cleave Dam?
Van Cleave Dam is owned by Furnas County (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Cleave Dam built?
Van Cleave Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Van Cleave Dam?
Van Cleave 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 Van Cleave Dam?
Van Cleave Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Van Cleave Dam last inspected?
Van Cleave Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.