Cline South Dam

LOHFF CREEK· Franklin, Nebraska· Built 1955· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Cline South Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge1,835 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDNE03874

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 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Ruth Ann Cline

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cline South Dam?

Cline South 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 Cline South Dam?

Cline South Dam is owned by Ruth Ann Cline (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cline South Dam built?

Cline South Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 South Dam?

Cline South 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 Cline South Dam?

Cline South Dam 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 South Dam last inspected?

Cline South Dam was last inspected on October 13, 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.