Wittwer Dam 2543
Key Takeaway
Wittwer Dam 2543 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02543 |
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
Ramsey Living Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wittwer Dam 2543?
Wittwer Dam 2543 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 Wittwer Dam 2543?
Wittwer Dam 2543 is owned by Ramsey Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wittwer Dam 2543 built?
Wittwer Dam 2543 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Wittwer Dam 2543?
Wittwer Dam 2543 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 Wittwer Dam 2543?
Wittwer Dam 2543 has a dam height of 18 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 Wittwer Dam 2543 last inspected?
Wittwer Dam 2543 was last inspected on May 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.