Warp Dam
Key Takeaway
Warp Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 357 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00428 |
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
Harold Warp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warp Dam?
Warp 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 Warp Dam?
Warp Dam is owned by Harold Warp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warp Dam built?
Warp Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Warp Dam?
Warp Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warp Dam?
Warp Dam 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 Warp Dam last inspected?
Warp Dam was last inspected on July 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.