Frahm Dam 1654

TR-ELK CREEK· Nuckolls, Nebraska· Built 1978· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Frahm Dam 1654 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE)
Dam Length462 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge185 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDNE01654

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: March 31, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Tad Frahm

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frahm Dam 1654?

Frahm Dam 1654 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 Frahm Dam 1654?

Frahm Dam 1654 is owned by Tad Frahm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frahm Dam 1654 built?

Frahm Dam 1654 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Frahm Dam 1654?

Frahm Dam 1654 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Frahm Dam 1654?

Frahm Dam 1654 has a dam height of 18 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 Frahm Dam 1654 last inspected?

Frahm Dam 1654 was last inspected on March 31, 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.