Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk
Key Takeaway
Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 87.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19,502 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02735 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk?
Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk?
Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk built?
Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk?
Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk 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 Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk?
Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk has a dam height of 38 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 Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk last inspected?
Zorinsky Basin 3 - Whitehawk was last inspected on June 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.