Wissing Dam
Key Takeaway
Wissing Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04810 |
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
M J Wissing Rev Liv Trst
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wissing Dam?
Wissing 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 Wissing Dam?
Wissing Dam is owned by M J Wissing Rev Liv Trst (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wissing Dam built?
Wissing Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Wissing Dam?
Wissing 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 Wissing Dam?
Wissing Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Wissing Dam last inspected?
Wissing Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.