Vandenberg Dam 386
Key Takeaway
Vandenberg Dam 386 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 79 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00386 |
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
Vandenberg LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vandenberg Dam 386?
Vandenberg Dam 386 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 Vandenberg Dam 386?
Vandenberg Dam 386 is owned by Vandenberg LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vandenberg Dam 386 built?
Vandenberg Dam 386 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Vandenberg Dam 386?
Vandenberg Dam 386 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 Vandenberg Dam 386?
Vandenberg Dam 386 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 Vandenberg Dam 386 last inspected?
Vandenberg Dam 386 was last inspected on May 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.