Wildhorse 9-A
Key Takeaway
Wildhorse 9-A is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 54 ft (taller than 97.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,395 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00645 |
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
Pathfinder Irrigation District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wildhorse 9-A?
Wildhorse 9-A 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 Wildhorse 9-A?
Wildhorse 9-A is owned by Pathfinder Irrigation District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildhorse 9-A built?
Wildhorse 9-A 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 Wildhorse 9-A?
Wildhorse 9-A serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wildhorse 9-A?
Wildhorse 9-A has a dam height of 54 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 Wildhorse 9-A last inspected?
Wildhorse 9-A was last inspected on December 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.