Wichelt Dam
Key Takeaway
Wichelt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01309 |
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
Joyce D Sohl etal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wichelt Dam?
Wichelt 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 Wichelt Dam?
Wichelt Dam is owned by Joyce D Sohl etal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wichelt Dam built?
Wichelt Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Wichelt Dam?
Wichelt 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 Wichelt Dam?
Wichelt Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Wichelt Dam last inspected?
Wichelt Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.