Clouatre Dam

TR-DAWSON COUNTY CANAL· Dawson, Nebraska· Built 1950· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Clouatre Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge700 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNE01402

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: November 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Ann Verzani Life ES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clouatre Dam?

Clouatre 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 Clouatre Dam?

Clouatre Dam is owned by Ann Verzani Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clouatre Dam built?

Clouatre Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Clouatre Dam?

Clouatre 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 Clouatre Dam?

Clouatre 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 Clouatre Dam last inspected?

Clouatre Dam was last inspected on November 15, 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.