Karr Dam

TR-INDIAN CREEK· Webster, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Karr Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE)
Dam Length290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE03688

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: April 27, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

PDDDJ, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Karr Dam?

Karr 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 Karr Dam?

Karr Dam is owned by PDDDJ, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Karr Dam built?

Karr Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Karr Dam?

Karr 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 Karr Dam?

Karr Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Karr Dam last inspected?

Karr Dam was last inspected on April 27, 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.