Walden Dam
Key Takeaway
Walden Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 735 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 321 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 944 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01379 |
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
Lavern E & Kelly K Schroer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walden Dam?
Walden 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 Walden Dam?
Walden Dam is owned by Lavern E & Kelly K Schroer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walden Dam built?
Walden Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Walden Dam?
Walden 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 Walden Dam?
Walden Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Walden Dam last inspected?
Walden Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.