Wehrspann Sediment Dam
Key Takeaway
Wehrspann Sediment Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,068 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 639 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,553 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02529 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wehrspann Sediment Dam?
Wehrspann Sediment Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wehrspann Sediment Dam?
Wehrspann Sediment Dam is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wehrspann Sediment Dam built?
Wehrspann Sediment Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Wehrspann Sediment Dam?
Wehrspann Sediment Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wehrspann Sediment Dam?
Wehrspann Sediment Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Wehrspann Sediment Dam last inspected?
Wehrspann Sediment Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.