King Ranch Dam

TR-UPPER DUGOUT CREEK· Morrill, Nebraska· Built 1963· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

King Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 32.5% in NE)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge392 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDNE00646

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 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Hall Land Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of King Ranch Dam?

King Ranch 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 King Ranch Dam?

King Ranch Dam is owned by Hall Land Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was King Ranch Dam built?

King Ranch Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 King Ranch Dam?

King Ranch 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 King Ranch Dam?

King Ranch 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 King Ranch Dam last inspected?

King Ranch Dam was last inspected on April 5, 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.