Weber Dam 4056
Key Takeaway
Weber Dam 4056 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04056 |
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
Melvin L & Cathleen J Weber Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weber Dam 4056?
Weber Dam 4056 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 Weber Dam 4056?
Weber Dam 4056 is owned by Melvin L & Cathleen J Weber Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weber Dam 4056 built?
Weber Dam 4056 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Weber Dam 4056?
Weber Dam 4056 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 Weber Dam 4056?
Weber Dam 4056 has a dam height of 23 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 Weber Dam 4056 last inspected?
Weber Dam 4056 was last inspected on September 30, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.