Boys Town Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Boys Town Dam 2 is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00031 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
First National Business Park Property Owners Assoc.
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Boys Town Dam 2?
Boys Town Dam 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Boys Town Dam 2?
Boys Town Dam 2 is owned by First National Business Park Property Owners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boys Town Dam 2 built?
Boys Town Dam 2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Boys Town Dam 2?
Boys Town Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boys Town Dam 2?
Boys Town Dam 2 has a dam height of 32 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 Boys Town Dam 2 last inspected?
Boys Town Dam 2 was last inspected on November 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.