Hummel Erosion Control Dam

TR-S FK SWAN CREEK· Jefferson, Nebraska· Built 1963· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Hummel Erosion Control Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE)
Dam Length605 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage141 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge244 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDNE00120

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: March 25, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

David E & Colleen A Endorf

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hummel Erosion Control Dam?

Hummel Erosion Control 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 Hummel Erosion Control Dam?

Hummel Erosion Control Dam is owned by David E & Colleen A Endorf (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hummel Erosion Control Dam built?

Hummel Erosion Control Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Hummel Erosion Control Dam?

Hummel Erosion Control Dam 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 Hummel Erosion Control Dam?

Hummel Erosion Control Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hummel Erosion Control Dam last inspected?

Hummel Erosion Control Dam was last inspected on March 25, 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.