Wehrman Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Wehrman Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00337 |
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
Joseph D Wehrman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wehrman Dam 1?
Wehrman 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 Wehrman Dam 1?
Wehrman Dam 1 is owned by Joseph D Wehrman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wehrman Dam 1 built?
Wehrman Dam 1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Wehrman Dam 1?
Wehrman Dam 1 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 Wehrman Dam 1?
Wehrman Dam 1 has a dam height of 24 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 Wehrman Dam 1 last inspected?
Wehrman Dam 1 was last inspected on May 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.