Bernadt West Dam

TR-TURKEY CREEK· Pawnee, Nebraska· Built 1999· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Bernadt West Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE)
Dam Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge28 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDNE02526

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: May 7, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Douglas M Bernadt Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bernadt West Dam?

Bernadt West 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 West Dam?

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

When was Bernadt West Dam built?

Bernadt West Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 West Dam?

Bernadt West Dam serves the following purposes: Other, 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 West Dam?

Bernadt West 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 Bernadt West Dam last inspected?

Bernadt West Dam was last inspected on May 7, 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.