Edloff Stewart Dam

TR-Little Cottonwood Creek· Franklin, Nebraska· Built 1939· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Edloff Stewart Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage269 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge905 cfs
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDNE03406

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: August 14, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Norma E & John E Edloff Life ES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edloff Stewart Dam?

Edloff Stewart 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 Edloff Stewart Dam?

Edloff Stewart Dam is owned by Norma E & John E Edloff Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edloff Stewart Dam built?

Edloff Stewart Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Edloff Stewart Dam?

Edloff Stewart Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Edloff Stewart Dam?

Edloff Stewart Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Edloff Stewart Dam last inspected?

Edloff Stewart Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2019. 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.