Anderson Dam 1

TR-ANTELOPE CREEK· Sioux, Nebraska· Built 1950· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Anderson Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge480 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNE01101

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: June 6, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Andrew & Holly Federle

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Anderson Dam 1?

Anderson Dam 1 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 Anderson Dam 1?

Anderson Dam 1 is owned by Andrew & Holly Federle (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Anderson Dam 1 built?

Anderson Dam 1 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Anderson Dam 1?

Anderson Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Anderson Dam 1?

Anderson Dam 1 has a dam height of 23 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 Anderson Dam 1 last inspected?

Anderson Dam 1 was last inspected on June 6, 2019. 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.