Brown Dam 2007

TR-LODGEPOLE CREEK· Kimball, Nebraska· Built 1963· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Brown Dam 2007 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDNE02007

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: November 13, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Donn C & Julianne Randall

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brown Dam 2007?

Brown Dam 2007 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 Brown Dam 2007?

Brown Dam 2007 is owned by Donn C & Julianne Randall (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brown Dam 2007 built?

Brown Dam 2007 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Brown Dam 2007?

Brown Dam 2007 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 Brown Dam 2007?

Brown Dam 2007 has a dam height of 16 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 Brown Dam 2007 last inspected?

Brown Dam 2007 was last inspected on November 13, 2017. 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.