Cline Dam 8683

TR-DRY CREEK· Thayer, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Cline Dam 8683 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE08683

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 29, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Marion G & Carla R Cline Life ES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cline Dam 8683?

Cline Dam 8683 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 Cline Dam 8683?

Cline Dam 8683 is owned by Marion G & Carla R Cline Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cline Dam 8683 built?

Cline Dam 8683 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Cline Dam 8683?

Cline Dam 8683 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 Cline Dam 8683?

Cline Dam 8683 has a dam height of 14 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 Cline Dam 8683 last inspected?

Cline Dam 8683 was last inspected on June 29, 2015. 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.