Williamson Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Williamson Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 687 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 241 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03135 |
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
Carl & Patty Williamson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Williamson Irrigation Dam?
Williamson Irrigation 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 Williamson Irrigation Dam?
Williamson Irrigation Dam is owned by Carl & Patty Williamson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williamson Irrigation Dam built?
Williamson Irrigation Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Williamson Irrigation Dam?
Williamson Irrigation Dam 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 Williamson Irrigation Dam?
Williamson Irrigation 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 Williamson Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Williamson Irrigation Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.