Hasselbach Dam

TR-COUNCIL CREEK· Nance, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hasselbach Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage1 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge245 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE00329

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 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Nance County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hasselbach Dam?

Hasselbach 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 Hasselbach Dam?

Hasselbach Dam is owned by Nance County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hasselbach Dam built?

Hasselbach Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hasselbach Dam?

Hasselbach Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hasselbach Dam?

Hasselbach 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 Hasselbach Dam last inspected?

Hasselbach Dam was last inspected on April 16, 2020. 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.