Antelope Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Antelope Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 7,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 782 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01061 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Omaha District
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Wedgewood Lake Dam
Lancaster, NE
High Hazard 17 ftPine Lake Dam (Reconstruction)
Lancaster, NE
Significant Hazard 29 ftVillage Gardens Dam
Lancaster, NE
High Hazard 26 ftCountry Acres Dam
Lancaster, NE
Low Hazard 19 ftKorver Dam
Lancaster, NE
High Hazard 35 ftWaterford Ess Dam
Lancaster, NE
High Hazard 38 ftStevens Creek A3-2
Lancaster, NE
Low Hazard 28 ftStevens Creek A11-2
Lancaster, NE
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Antelope Creek Dam?
Antelope Creek Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Antelope Creek Dam?
Antelope Creek Dam is owned by USACE - Omaha District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Antelope Creek Dam built?
Antelope Creek Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Antelope Creek Dam?
Antelope Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Antelope Creek Dam last inspected?
Antelope Creek Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.