Campbell Dam 568

TR-BIG NEMAHA RIVER· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 24 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Campbell Dam 568 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE00568

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: June 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

John M & Mary Sue Martin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Campbell Dam 568?

Campbell Dam 568 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 Campbell Dam 568?

Campbell Dam 568 is owned by John M & Mary Sue Martin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Campbell Dam 568 built?

Campbell Dam 568 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Campbell Dam 568?

Campbell Dam 568 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 Campbell Dam 568?

Campbell Dam 568 has a dam height of 24 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 Campbell Dam 568 last inspected?

Campbell Dam 568 was last inspected on June 2, 2022. 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.