Daro Dam

TR-SAND DRAW· Kimball, Nebraska· Built 1975· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Daro Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE)
Dam Length215 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge133 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDNE01767

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: April 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Vrtatko Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Daro Dam?

Daro 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 Daro Dam?

Daro Dam is owned by Vrtatko Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Daro Dam built?

Daro Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Daro Dam?

Daro 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 Daro Dam?

Daro 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 Daro Dam last inspected?

Daro Dam was last inspected on April 26, 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.