Bock Dam

TR-CUB CREEK· Gage, Nebraska· Built 2006· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Bock Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 81.9% in NE)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge86 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDNE02787

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 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Eugene E & Janet M Bock

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bock Dam?

Bock 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 Bock Dam?

Bock Dam is owned by Eugene E & Janet M Bock (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bock Dam built?

Bock Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Bock Dam?

Bock 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 Bock Dam?

Bock Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Bock Dam last inspected?

Bock Dam was last inspected on May 12, 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.