Frey Dam

TR-EASLY CREEK· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 2006· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Frey Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE)
Dam Length521 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge247 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDNE02796

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 7, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Harlan Dee Frey Life ES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frey Dam?

Frey 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 Frey Dam?

Frey Dam is owned by Harlan Dee Frey Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frey Dam built?

Frey Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Frey Dam?

Frey 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 Frey Dam?

Frey Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Frey Dam last inspected?

Frey Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2022. 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.