Arehart Dam

TR-ELM CREEK· Phelps, Nebraska· Built 1995· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Arehart Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE)
Dam Length358 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge288 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDNE00376

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: December 12, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

KDB LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arehart Dam?

Arehart 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 Arehart Dam?

Arehart Dam is owned by KDB LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arehart Dam built?

Arehart Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Arehart Dam?

Arehart Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arehart Dam?

Arehart Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Arehart Dam last inspected?

Arehart Dam was last inspected on December 12, 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.