Diversion Dam
Diversion Dam is a concrete dam located in Lincoln County, Nebraska, built in 1941. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Diversion Dam
The primary purpose of Diversion Dam is hydroelectric. The dam generates hydroelectric power by channeling water through turbines, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity. The dam is owned by Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District (public utility). It impounds the Platte River near Maxwell.
The dam stands 23 feet tall and stretches 874 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Completed in 1941, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 08/25/2022.
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Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Lincoln |
| Nearest City | Maxwell |
| River/Stream | Platte River |
| Coordinates | 41.11340, -100.67600 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Length | 874 ft |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 40,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/25/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NE01047 |
| Federal ID | NE01047 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |