Washington Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Washington Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 86.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,029 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02333 |
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
Washington County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Washington Dam 1?
Washington Dam 1 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 Washington Dam 1?
Washington Dam 1 is owned by Washington County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Washington Dam 1 built?
Washington Dam 1 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Washington Dam 1?
Washington Dam 1 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 Washington Dam 1?
Washington Dam 1 has a dam height of 37 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 Washington Dam 1 last inspected?
Washington Dam 1 was last inspected on June 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.