Wasserburger Dam 2097
Key Takeaway
Wasserburger Dam 2097 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 584 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02097 |
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
Jacob H Wasserburger
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wasserburger Dam 2097?
Wasserburger Dam 2097 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 Wasserburger Dam 2097?
Wasserburger Dam 2097 is owned by Jacob H Wasserburger (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wasserburger Dam 2097 built?
Wasserburger Dam 2097 was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Wasserburger Dam 2097?
Wasserburger Dam 2097 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 Wasserburger Dam 2097?
Wasserburger Dam 2097 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 Wasserburger Dam 2097 last inspected?
Wasserburger Dam 2097 was last inspected on September 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.