Jerry Gokie Dam

TR-HONEY CREEK· Holt, Nebraska· Built 2011· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Jerry Gokie Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE)
Dam Length161 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge42 cfs
Year Completed2011 (15 years old)
NID IDNE03148

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 18, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Jerome L Gokie

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jerry Gokie Dam?

Jerry Gokie 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 Jerry Gokie Dam?

Jerry Gokie Dam is owned by Jerome L Gokie (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jerry Gokie Dam built?

Jerry Gokie Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Jerry Gokie Dam?

Jerry Gokie 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 Jerry Gokie Dam?

Jerry Gokie Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Jerry Gokie Dam last inspected?

Jerry Gokie Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2019. 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.