Bogle Dam 2

TR-ELK CREEK· Gosper, Nebraska· Built 1964· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Bogle Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE)
Dam Length213 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage157 acre-ft
Normal Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge225 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDNE01332

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: April 24, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Bogle Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bogle Dam 2?

Bogle Dam 2 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 Bogle Dam 2?

Bogle Dam 2 is owned by Bogle Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bogle Dam 2 built?

Bogle Dam 2 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Bogle Dam 2?

Bogle Dam 2 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 Bogle Dam 2?

Bogle Dam 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Bogle Dam 2 last inspected?

Bogle Dam 2 was last inspected on April 24, 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.