Bordner Dam

TR-ELKHORN RIVER· Stanton, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Bordner Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE)
Dam Length463 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage105 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge325 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE00442

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: March 11, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Jane and Patricia & Randy Kremer & Oertwich Co-Trustees

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bordner Dam?

Bordner 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 Bordner Dam?

Bordner Dam is owned by Jane and Patricia & Randy Kremer & Oertwich Co-Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bordner Dam built?

Bordner Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bordner Dam?

Bordner 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 Bordner Dam?

Bordner Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Bordner Dam last inspected?

Bordner Dam was last inspected on March 11, 2020. 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.