Anderson Dam 1329

TR-ELK CREEK· Gosper, Nebraska· Built 1949· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Anderson Dam 1329 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE)
Dam Length290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge225 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDNE01329

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 21, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Martha L Anderson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Anderson Dam 1329?

Anderson Dam 1329 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 1329?

Anderson Dam 1329 is owned by Martha L Anderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Anderson Dam 1329 built?

Anderson Dam 1329 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 1329?

Anderson Dam 1329 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 1329?

Anderson Dam 1329 has a dam height of 16 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 1329 last inspected?

Anderson Dam 1329 was last inspected on October 21, 2021. 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.