Harless Ogard Dam

TR-GREENWOOD CREEK· Morrill, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Harless Ogard Dam 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 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE)
Dam Length797 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge173 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE01743

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 18, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Monty C &Judy K Ogard

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harless Ogard Dam?

Harless Ogard 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 Harless Ogard Dam?

Harless Ogard Dam is owned by Monty C &Judy K Ogard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harless Ogard Dam built?

Harless Ogard Dam 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 Harless Ogard Dam?

Harless Ogard Dam 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 Harless Ogard Dam?

Harless Ogard Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Harless Ogard Dam last inspected?

Harless Ogard Dam was last inspected on April 18, 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.