Vavricka Dam
Key Takeaway
Vavricka Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03748 |
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
Eddie & Joan Vavricka Revocable Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vavricka Dam?
Vavricka 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 Vavricka Dam?
Vavricka Dam is owned by Eddie & Joan Vavricka Revocable Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vavricka Dam built?
Vavricka Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Vavricka Dam?
Vavricka 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 Vavricka Dam?
Vavricka Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Vavricka Dam last inspected?
Vavricka Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.