County Road 387 Dam
Key Takeaway
County Road 387 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 2.1% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | NE04118 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Frontier County
Local Government
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of County Road 387 Dam?
County Road 387 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 County Road 387 Dam?
County Road 387 Dam is owned by Frontier County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was County Road 387 Dam built?
County Road 387 Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 County Road 387 Dam?
County Road 387 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 County Road 387 Dam?
County Road 387 Dam has a dam height of 11 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 County Road 387 Dam last inspected?
County Road 387 Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.