Keiser Dam

TR-MUDDY CREEK· Dundy, Nebraska· Built 1965· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Keiser Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length307 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge155 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDNE01131

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: September 27, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Keiser Farms LTD partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Keiser Dam?

Keiser 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 Keiser Dam?

Keiser Dam is owned by Keiser Farms LTD partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Keiser Dam built?

Keiser Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Keiser Dam?

Keiser Dam 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 Keiser Dam?

Keiser Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Keiser Dam last inspected?

Keiser Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2018. 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.