Felker Dam

SKZ CREEK· Hayes, Nebraska· Built 1964· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Felker Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage136 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDNE01468

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 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Hayes County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Felker Dam?

Felker 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 Felker Dam?

Felker Dam is owned by Hayes County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Felker Dam built?

Felker Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Felker Dam?

Felker 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 Felker Dam?

Felker Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Felker Dam last inspected?

Felker Dam was last inspected on June 15, 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.