Kingsley
North Platte River·
Keith, Nebraska·
Built 1941·
Earth·
162 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 162 ft (taller than 99.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 17,840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6M acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30,500 acres |
| Max Discharge | 153,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01048 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR
Ownership
Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District
Public Utility
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kingsley?
Kingsley is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Kingsley?
Kingsley is owned by Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District (Public Utility).
When was Kingsley last inspected?
Kingsley was last inspected on September 28, 2022.
When was Kingsley built?
Kingsley was completed in 1941, making it 85 years old.
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.