Camp Creek Dam

CAMP CREEK· Morrill, Nebraska· Built 1964· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 79.7% in NE)
Dam Length797 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage381 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge3,440 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDNE00648

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: October 22, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Betty Jean Dykman

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Creek Dam?

Camp Creek 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 Camp Creek Dam?

Camp Creek Dam is owned by Betty Jean Dykman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Creek Dam built?

Camp Creek Dam 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 Camp Creek Dam?

Camp Creek 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 Camp Creek Dam?

Camp Creek Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Camp Creek Dam last inspected?

Camp Creek Dam was last inspected on October 22, 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.