Hruby Dam

COTTONWOOD CREEK· Valley, Nebraska· Built 1974· Earth· 12 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Hruby Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE)
Dam Length326 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage148 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge250 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDNE01387

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 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Marvin W & Michelle L Lane

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hruby Dam?

Hruby 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 Hruby Dam?

Hruby Dam is owned by Marvin W & Michelle L Lane (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hruby Dam built?

Hruby Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Hruby Dam?

Hruby 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 Hruby Dam?

Hruby Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Hruby Dam last inspected?

Hruby Dam was last inspected on April 13, 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.