Bernadt Family Dam

TR-TURKEY CREEK· Pawnee, Nebraska· Built 2000· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Bernadt Family Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE)
Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage6 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDNE03381

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 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Bernadt Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bernadt Family Dam?

Bernadt Family 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 Bernadt Family Dam?

Bernadt Family Dam is owned by Bernadt Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bernadt Family Dam built?

Bernadt Family Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Bernadt Family Dam?

Bernadt Family 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 Bernadt Family Dam?

Bernadt Family Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Bernadt Family Dam last inspected?

Bernadt Family Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2022. 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.