Keiser Farms Dam

TR-MILKEN CANYON· Dundy, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Keiser Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE07937

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: December 11, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Donald L & Carey B Harrison Trustee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Keiser Farms Dam?

Keiser Farms 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 Farms Dam?

Keiser Farms Dam is owned by Donald L & Carey B Harrison Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Keiser Farms Dam built?

Keiser Farms 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 Keiser Farms Dam?

Keiser Farms 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 Keiser Farms Dam?

Keiser Farms Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Farms Dam last inspected?

Keiser Farms Dam was last inspected on December 11, 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.