Butterfield Dam
Key Takeaway
Butterfield Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02201 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Kelly D Ickler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Butterfield Dam?
Butterfield 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 Butterfield Dam?
Butterfield Dam is owned by Kelly D Ickler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Butterfield Dam built?
Butterfield Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Butterfield Dam?
Butterfield 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 Butterfield Dam?
Butterfield Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Butterfield Dam last inspected?
Butterfield Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.