Dam 4-13-2e

TR-N BR BIG BLUE RIVER· Butler, Nebraska· Built 1993· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dam 4-13-2e is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE)
Dam Length1,530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage947 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge126 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDNE02379

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: May 25, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam 4-13-2e?

Dam 4-13-2e 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 Dam 4-13-2e?

Dam 4-13-2e is owned by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam 4-13-2e built?

Dam 4-13-2e was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Dam 4-13-2e?

Dam 4-13-2e 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 Dam 4-13-2e?

Dam 4-13-2e has a dam height of 30 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 Dam 4-13-2e last inspected?

Dam 4-13-2e was last inspected on May 25, 2021. 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.