Ziegler Dam
Key Takeaway
Ziegler Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 289 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01169 |
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
Brent & Jessica Dunse
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ziegler Dam?
Ziegler 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 Ziegler Dam?
Ziegler Dam is owned by Brent & Jessica Dunse (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ziegler Dam built?
Ziegler 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 Ziegler Dam?
Ziegler Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ziegler Dam?
Ziegler Dam 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 Ziegler Dam last inspected?
Ziegler Dam was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.