Hunt Dam

TR-BEAVER CREEK· Furnas, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Hunt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE)
Dam Length215 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE03508

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 23, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Daniel L & Melinda S Hunt

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hunt Dam?

Hunt 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 Hunt Dam?

Hunt Dam is owned by Daniel L & Melinda S Hunt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hunt Dam built?

Hunt Dam 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 Hunt Dam?

Hunt Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hunt Dam?

Hunt Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Hunt Dam last inspected?

Hunt Dam was last inspected on June 23, 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.