Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213

TR-Blackwood Creek· Hayes, Nebraska· Built 1948· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE)
Dam Length205 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)
NID IDNE08213

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 3, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Nebraska Board of Educational Lands & Funds

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213?

Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 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 Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213?

Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 is owned by Nebraska Board of Educational Lands & Funds (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 built?

Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213?

Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213?

Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 has a dam height of 15 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 Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 last inspected?

Board of Education Lands & Funds Dam 8213 was last inspected on June 3, 2019. 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.