Fuller Family Pond Dam

TR-SPRING CREEK· Thayer, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Other Private

Key Takeaway

Fuller Family Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 2.1% in NE)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge236 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE05086

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: May 16, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Kevin & Denise Fuller

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fuller Family Pond Dam?

Fuller Family Pond 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 Fuller Family Pond Dam?

Fuller Family Pond Dam is owned by Kevin & Denise Fuller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fuller Family Pond Dam built?

Fuller Family Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Fuller Family Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Fuller Family Pond Dam?

Fuller Family Pond 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 Fuller Family Pond Dam last inspected?

Fuller Family Pond Dam was last inspected on May 16, 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.