Winter Dam 1440
Key Takeaway
Winter Dam 1440 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 366 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 735 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01440 |
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
AK Winter Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winter Dam 1440?
Winter Dam 1440 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 Winter Dam 1440?
Winter Dam 1440 is owned by AK Winter Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winter Dam 1440 built?
Winter Dam 1440 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Winter Dam 1440?
Winter Dam 1440 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 Winter Dam 1440?
Winter Dam 1440 has a dam height of 14 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 Winter Dam 1440 last inspected?
Winter Dam 1440 was last inspected on November 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.