Van Pelt Dam
Key Takeaway
Van Pelt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,441 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00537 |
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
Carter Van Pelt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Pelt Dam?
Van Pelt 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 Pelt Dam?
Van Pelt Dam is owned by Carter Van Pelt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Pelt Dam built?
Van Pelt Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Pelt Dam?
Van Pelt 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 Pelt Dam?
Van Pelt Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Pelt Dam last inspected?
Van Pelt Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.