Ahrens Dam

TR-WEEPING WATER CREEK· Cass, Nebraska· Built 1976· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Ahrens Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE)
Dam Length295 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge222 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDNE01703

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: May 2, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Ahrens Family LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ahrens Dam?

Ahrens 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 Ahrens Dam?

Ahrens Dam is owned by Ahrens Family LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ahrens Dam built?

Ahrens Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Ahrens Dam?

Ahrens 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 Ahrens Dam?

Ahrens Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Ahrens Dam last inspected?

Ahrens Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2023. 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.