Vitosh Dam 1948

TR-ASH CREEK· Gage, Nebraska· Built 1966· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Vitosh Dam 1948 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge450 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDNE01948

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 11, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Bruce A Vitosh

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vitosh Dam 1948?

Vitosh Dam 1948 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 Vitosh Dam 1948?

Vitosh Dam 1948 is owned by Bruce A Vitosh (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Vitosh Dam 1948 built?

Vitosh Dam 1948 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 Vitosh Dam 1948?

Vitosh Dam 1948 serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Vitosh Dam 1948?

Vitosh Dam 1948 has a dam height of 16 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 Vitosh Dam 1948 last inspected?

Vitosh Dam 1948 was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.