Bartos Irrigation Dam

TR-PISHEL CREEK· Knox, Nebraska· Built 1976· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Bartos Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length545 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage154 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDNE01546

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: September 26, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Neva Doerr et al

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bartos Irrigation Dam?

Bartos Irrigation 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 Bartos Irrigation Dam?

Bartos Irrigation Dam is owned by Neva Doerr et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bartos Irrigation Dam built?

Bartos Irrigation Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Bartos Irrigation Dam?

Bartos Irrigation Dam 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 Bartos Irrigation Dam?

Bartos Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Bartos Irrigation Dam last inspected?

Bartos Irrigation Dam was last inspected on September 26, 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.