Adamson Wrp Dam

NORTH LOUP RIVER· Cherry, Nebraska· Built 2006· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Adamson Wrp Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE)
Dam Length257 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage205 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge132 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDNE02806

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 19, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Rocking J Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adamson Wrp Dam?

Adamson Wrp 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 Adamson Wrp Dam?

Adamson Wrp Dam is owned by Rocking J Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adamson Wrp Dam built?

Adamson Wrp Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Adamson Wrp Dam?

Adamson Wrp 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 Adamson Wrp Dam?

Adamson Wrp Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Adamson Wrp Dam last inspected?

Adamson Wrp Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.