Witt Watton Dam
Key Takeaway
Witt Watton Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 488 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 333 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01817 |
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
Wayne Witt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Witt Watton Dam?
Witt Watton 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 Witt Watton Dam?
Witt Watton Dam is owned by Wayne Witt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Witt Watton Dam built?
Witt Watton Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Witt Watton Dam?
Witt Watton Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Witt Watton Dam?
Witt Watton 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 Witt Watton Dam last inspected?
Witt Watton Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.