Voelker Dam
Key Takeaway
Voelker Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02733 |
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
BJJ Real Est Consulting Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Voelker Dam?
Voelker 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 Voelker Dam?
Voelker Dam is owned by BJJ Real Est Consulting Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Voelker Dam built?
Voelker Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Voelker Dam?
Voelker Dam 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 Voelker Dam?
Voelker Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Voelker Dam last inspected?
Voelker Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.