Wolf-Wildcat 81
Key Takeaway
Wolf-Wildcat 81 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 89.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 356 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,551 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02341 |
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
Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wolf-Wildcat 81?
Wolf-Wildcat 81 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 Wolf-Wildcat 81?
Wolf-Wildcat 81 is owned by Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wolf-Wildcat 81 built?
Wolf-Wildcat 81 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Wolf-Wildcat 81?
Wolf-Wildcat 81 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 Wolf-Wildcat 81?
Wolf-Wildcat 81 has a dam height of 39 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 Wolf-Wildcat 81 last inspected?
Wolf-Wildcat 81 was last inspected on April 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.