Verdon Dam
Key Takeaway
Verdon Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 3,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00571 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of Verdon Dam?
Verdon 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 Verdon Dam?
Verdon 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 Verdon Dam built?
Verdon Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Verdon Dam?
Verdon 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 Verdon Dam?
Verdon Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Verdon Dam last inspected?
Verdon Dam was last inspected on March 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.