Wasserburger Dam 2108
Key Takeaway
Wasserburger Dam 2108 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 307 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02108 |
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
James D & Peggy Fox
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wasserburger Dam 2108?
Wasserburger Dam 2108 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 2108?
Wasserburger Dam 2108 is owned by James D & Peggy Fox (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wasserburger Dam 2108 built?
Wasserburger Dam 2108 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 2108?
Wasserburger Dam 2108 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 Wasserburger Dam 2108?
Wasserburger Dam 2108 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 Wasserburger Dam 2108 last inspected?
Wasserburger Dam 2108 was last inspected on August 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.