Hamling Dam 4846

TR-MIDDLE CREEK· Seward, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hamling Dam 4846 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 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage232 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE04846

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: April 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Seward County Highway Dept.

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hamling Dam 4846?

Hamling Dam 4846 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 Hamling Dam 4846?

Hamling Dam 4846 is owned by Seward County Highway Dept. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hamling Dam 4846 built?

Hamling Dam 4846 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 Hamling Dam 4846?

Hamling Dam 4846 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 Hamling Dam 4846?

Hamling Dam 4846 has a dam height of 32 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 Hamling Dam 4846 last inspected?

Hamling Dam 4846 was last inspected on April 21, 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.