Walter Dam
Key Takeaway
Walter Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 273 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 58 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2021 |
| NID ID | NE00287 |
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
Richard Garrelts
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walter Dam?
Walter 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 Walter Dam?
Walter Dam is owned by Richard Garrelts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walter Dam built?
Walter Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Walter Dam?
Walter 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 Walter Dam?
Walter Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Walter Dam last inspected?
Walter Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.