Wayne Hansen Dam
Key Takeaway
Wayne Hansen Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 538 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 435 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02559 |
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
Matthew W & Donna R Hansen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wayne Hansen Dam?
Wayne Hansen 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 Wayne Hansen Dam?
Wayne Hansen Dam is owned by Matthew W & Donna R Hansen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayne Hansen Dam built?
Wayne Hansen Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Wayne Hansen Dam?
Wayne Hansen Dam 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 Wayne Hansen Dam?
Wayne Hansen Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Wayne Hansen Dam last inspected?
Wayne Hansen Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.