Wiedenfeld Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Wiedenfeld Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 668 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01119 |
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
Philip & Shelley Sweetman Revocable Trusts
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiedenfeld Dam 1?
Wiedenfeld 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 Wiedenfeld Dam 1?
Wiedenfeld Dam 1 is owned by Philip & Shelley Sweetman Revocable Trusts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiedenfeld Dam 1 built?
Wiedenfeld Dam 1 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Wiedenfeld Dam 1?
Wiedenfeld Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wiedenfeld Dam 1?
Wiedenfeld Dam 1 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 Wiedenfeld Dam 1 last inspected?
Wiedenfeld Dam 1 was last inspected on August 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.