Eutsler Dam

TR-WOOD RIVER· Dawson, Nebraska· Built 1945· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Eutsler Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 2.1% in NE)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge335 cfs
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDNE01412

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: November 19, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Daniel E Eutsler

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eutsler Dam?

Eutsler 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 Eutsler Dam?

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

When was Eutsler Dam built?

Eutsler Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Eutsler Dam?

Eutsler 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 Eutsler Dam?

Eutsler Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Eutsler Dam last inspected?

Eutsler Dam was last inspected on November 19, 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.