James Dam 8982

TR-BIG COTTONWOOD CREEK· Franklin, Nebraska· Built 1950· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

James Dam 8982 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNE08982

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 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Ian James

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of James Dam 8982?

James Dam 8982 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 James Dam 8982?

James Dam 8982 is owned by Ian James (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was James Dam 8982 built?

James Dam 8982 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 James Dam 8982?

James Dam 8982 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 James Dam 8982?

James Dam 8982 has a dam height of 18 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 James Dam 8982 last inspected?

James Dam 8982 was last inspected on May 24, 2023. 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.