Heineman Dam 5300

TR-MUDDY CREEK· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Heineman Dam 5300 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE05300

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: June 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Terry & Janice Lotter

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heineman Dam 5300?

Heineman Dam 5300 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 Heineman Dam 5300?

Heineman Dam 5300 is owned by Terry & Janice Lotter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Heineman Dam 5300 built?

Heineman Dam 5300 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 Heineman Dam 5300?

Heineman Dam 5300 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 Heineman Dam 5300?

Heineman Dam 5300 has a dam height of 28 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 Heineman Dam 5300 last inspected?

Heineman Dam 5300 was last inspected on June 2, 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.