Judy Dam 1417

TR-WOOD RIVER· Dawson, Nebraska· Built 1950· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Judy Dam 1417 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE)
Dam Length221 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge253 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNE01417

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: November 17, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Ibach & Sons Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Judy Dam 1417?

Judy Dam 1417 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 Judy Dam 1417?

Judy Dam 1417 is owned by Ibach & Sons Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Judy Dam 1417 built?

Judy Dam 1417 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 Judy Dam 1417?

Judy Dam 1417 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 Judy Dam 1417?

Judy Dam 1417 has a dam height of 13 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 Judy Dam 1417 last inspected?

Judy Dam 1417 was last inspected on November 17, 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.