Vorderstrasse Dam
Key Takeaway
Vorderstrasse Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 166 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01826 |
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
Verleen Vorderstrasse et al
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vorderstrasse Dam?
Vorderstrasse 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 Vorderstrasse Dam?
Vorderstrasse Dam is owned by Verleen Vorderstrasse et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vorderstrasse Dam built?
Vorderstrasse Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Vorderstrasse Dam?
Vorderstrasse Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vorderstrasse Dam?
Vorderstrasse Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Vorderstrasse Dam last inspected?
Vorderstrasse Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.