Wrich Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Wrich Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 91.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01830 |
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
Michael P & Annette R Shotwell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wrich Dam 2?
Wrich Dam 2 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 Wrich Dam 2?
Wrich Dam 2 is owned by Michael P & Annette R Shotwell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wrich Dam 2 built?
Wrich Dam 2 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Wrich Dam 2?
Wrich Dam 2 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 Wrich Dam 2?
Wrich Dam 2 has a dam height of 41 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 Wrich Dam 2 last inspected?
Wrich Dam 2 was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.