Kilpatrick Dam

SNAKE CREEK· Box Butte, Nebraska· Built 1912· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Kilpatrick Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE)
Dam Length2,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.7K acre-ft
Surface Area187 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Max Discharge2,350 cfs
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)
NID IDNE00279

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 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Schiff Farms Inc

Private

Nearby Dams

Cook Southeast Dam

Box Butte, NE

Low Hazard 7 ft

Cook Northwest Dam

Box Butte, NE

Low Hazard 8 ft

Laursen Dam

Box Butte, NE

Low Hazard 16 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kilpatrick Dam?

Kilpatrick 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 Kilpatrick Dam?

Kilpatrick Dam is owned by Schiff Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kilpatrick Dam built?

Kilpatrick Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Kilpatrick Dam?

Kilpatrick Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kilpatrick Dam?

Kilpatrick Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Kilpatrick Dam last inspected?

Kilpatrick Dam was last inspected on April 13, 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.