Eickhoff Dam

TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 2001· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Eickhoff Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE)
Dam Length904 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage117 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge74 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDNE02711

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: June 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Neal Eickhoff

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eickhoff Dam?

Eickhoff 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 Eickhoff Dam?

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

When was Eickhoff Dam built?

Eickhoff Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Eickhoff Dam?

Eickhoff Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Eickhoff Dam?

Eickhoff Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Eickhoff Dam last inspected?

Eickhoff Dam was last inspected on June 1, 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.