Woltemath Dam
Key Takeaway
Woltemath Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 605 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02588 |
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
Victor Woltemath ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woltemath Dam?
Woltemath 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 Woltemath Dam?
Woltemath Dam is owned by Victor Woltemath ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woltemath Dam built?
Woltemath Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Woltemath Dam?
Woltemath 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 Woltemath Dam?
Woltemath Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Woltemath Dam last inspected?
Woltemath Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.