Ernie Glup Dam

TR-SILVER CREEK· Burt, Nebraska· Built 1997· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Ernie Glup Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE)
Dam Length362 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge168 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDNE02582

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 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Scott Glup etal

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ernie Glup Dam?

Ernie Glup 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 Ernie Glup Dam?

Ernie Glup Dam is owned by Scott Glup etal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ernie Glup Dam built?

Ernie Glup Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Ernie Glup Dam?

Ernie Glup 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 Ernie Glup Dam?

Ernie Glup Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Ernie Glup Dam last inspected?

Ernie Glup Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2023. 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.