Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750

TR-BIG BLUE RIVER· Seward, Nebraska· Built 1950· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage242 acre-ft
Normal Storage172 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNE09750

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: May 30, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

David Dickinson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750?

Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750?

Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 is owned by David Dickinson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 built?

Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750?

Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750?

Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 has a dam height of 7 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 last inspected?

Horseshoe Lake Dam 9750 was last inspected on May 30, 2014. 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.