Davis Dam 797

TR-HAY SPRINGS CREEK· Sheridan, Nebraska· Built 1969· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Davis Dam 797 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage167 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge790 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDNE00797

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 1, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Iris J Davis Trustee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis Dam 797?

Davis Dam 797 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 Davis Dam 797?

Davis Dam 797 is owned by Iris J Davis Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Davis Dam 797 built?

Davis Dam 797 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Davis Dam 797?

Davis Dam 797 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 Davis Dam 797?

Davis Dam 797 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 Davis Dam 797 last inspected?

Davis Dam 797 was last inspected on May 1, 2020. 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.