Anderson Dam 1152

TR-INDIAN CREEK· Dundy, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Anderson Dam 1152 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE)
Dam Length242 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,647 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE01152

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 23, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

MKR LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Anderson Dam 1152?

Anderson Dam 1152 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 1152?

Anderson Dam 1152 is owned by MKR LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Anderson Dam 1152 built?

Anderson Dam 1152 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 1152?

Anderson Dam 1152 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Anderson Dam 1152?

Anderson Dam 1152 has a dam height of 25 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 1152 last inspected?

Anderson Dam 1152 was last inspected on June 23, 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.