Harvey Dam 1650

TR-PLATTE RIVER· Sarpy, Nebraska· Built 1978· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Harvey Dam 1650 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE)
Dam Length374 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge438 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDNE01650

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: September 12, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Dickinson Sarpy LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harvey Dam 1650?

Harvey Dam 1650 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 Harvey Dam 1650?

Harvey Dam 1650 is owned by Dickinson Sarpy LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harvey Dam 1650 built?

Harvey Dam 1650 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 Harvey Dam 1650?

Harvey Dam 1650 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 Harvey Dam 1650?

Harvey Dam 1650 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 Harvey Dam 1650 last inspected?

Harvey Dam 1650 was last inspected on September 12, 2019. 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.