Wittler-Dorland Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Wittler-Dorland Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02766 |
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
Richardson County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wittler-Dorland Road Dam?
Wittler-Dorland Road 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 Wittler-Dorland Road Dam?
Wittler-Dorland Road Dam is owned by Richardson County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wittler-Dorland Road Dam built?
Wittler-Dorland Road Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Wittler-Dorland Road Dam?
Wittler-Dorland Road 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 Wittler-Dorland Road Dam?
Wittler-Dorland Road Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Wittler-Dorland Road Dam last inspected?
Wittler-Dorland Road Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.