Farr Dam 4043

TR-DEER CREEK CANYON· Frontier, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Farr Dam 4043 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE04043

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: October 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Stanley A & Ann Farr

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Farr Dam 4043?

Farr Dam 4043 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 Farr Dam 4043?

Farr Dam 4043 is owned by Stanley A & Ann Farr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Farr Dam 4043 built?

Farr Dam 4043 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Farr Dam 4043?

Farr Dam 4043 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 Farr Dam 4043?

Farr Dam 4043 has a dam height of 28 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 Farr Dam 4043 last inspected?

Farr Dam 4043 was last inspected on October 17, 2018. 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.