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Klasna Dam, located in Boyd, Nebraska, along the Crooked Creek, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed for flood risk reduction and other purposes. Completed in 1932, this earth dam stands at a height of 26.3 feet and has a hydraulic height of 28.6 feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 148.4 acre-feet and a drainage area of 6.15 square miles, Klasna Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Owned and regulated by the local government and overseen by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Klasna Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in May 2019. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1230 cubic feet per second, this dam ensures the safety and security of the community by mitigating flood risks and maintaining normal storage levels of 34.2 acre-feet. The dam's location in Spencer, Nebraska, highlights its importance in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters.
As an integral part of the St. Paul District in Nebraska, Klasna Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam continues to serve its primary purpose admirably, showcasing the intersection of engineering ingenuity and environmental stewardship. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Klasna Dam represents a prime example of how infrastructure can be designed and managed to safeguard communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year_Completed | 1932 |
Dam_Height | 26.3 |
River_Or_Stream | CROOKED CREEK |
Dam_Length | 830 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 9.6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 28.6 |
Drainage_Area | 6.15 |
Nid_Storage | 148.4 |
Structural_Height | 26.3 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 29 |
FIRESTEEL CR NEAR MOUNT VERNON SD | 1cfs |
SOUTH LOUP R AT ST. MICHAEL | 144cfs |
NORTH LOUP RIVER NR ST PAUL NEBR | 969cfs |
MIDDLE LOUP R. AT ST. PAUL | 1010cfs |
NORTH LOUP RIVER AT TAYLOR | 409cfs |
JAMES R AT HURON SD | 418cfs |