Hoffman Dam 2587

TR-TURKEY CREEK· Pawnee, Nebraska· Built 2000· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Hoffman Dam 2587 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE)
Dam Length657 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage166 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge21 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDNE02587

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 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

John Hoffman

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hoffman Dam 2587?

Hoffman Dam 2587 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 Hoffman Dam 2587?

Hoffman Dam 2587 is owned by John Hoffman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hoffman Dam 2587 built?

Hoffman Dam 2587 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Hoffman Dam 2587?

Hoffman Dam 2587 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 Hoffman Dam 2587?

Hoffman Dam 2587 has a dam height of 25 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 Hoffman Dam 2587 last inspected?

Hoffman Dam 2587 was last inspected on June 6, 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.