Yearling Dam
Key Takeaway
Yearling Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00565 |
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
Thomas Howe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yearling Dam?
Yearling 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 Yearling Dam?
Yearling Dam is owned by Thomas Howe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yearling Dam built?
Yearling Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Yearling Dam?
Yearling 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 Yearling Dam?
Yearling Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Yearling Dam last inspected?
Yearling Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.