Wellensiek Dam
Key Takeaway
Wellensiek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 845 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2021 |
| NID ID | NE00316 |
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
Andrew Wellensiek
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wellensiek Dam?
Wellensiek 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 Wellensiek Dam?
Wellensiek Dam is owned by Andrew Wellensiek (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wellensiek Dam built?
Wellensiek Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Wellensiek Dam?
Wellensiek Dam 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 Wellensiek Dam?
Wellensiek Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wellensiek Dam last inspected?
Wellensiek Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.