Allison 2 Cat Dam

TR-ANTELOPE CREEK· Sheridan, Nebraska· Built 1983· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

Allison 2 Cat Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE)
Dam Length50 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge29 cfs
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDNE01899

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: April 14, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Upper Niobrara White Natural Resources District

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Allison 2 Cat Dam?

Allison 2 Cat 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 Allison 2 Cat Dam?

Allison 2 Cat Dam is owned by Upper Niobrara White Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Allison 2 Cat Dam built?

Allison 2 Cat Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Allison 2 Cat Dam?

Allison 2 Cat Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Allison 2 Cat Dam?

Allison 2 Cat Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Allison 2 Cat Dam last inspected?

Allison 2 Cat Dam was last inspected on April 14, 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.