Knigge 9623 Dam

TR-LITTLE BLUE RIVER· Thayer, Nebraska· Built 2009· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Knigge 9623 Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 39.7% in NE)
Dam Length515 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDNE09623

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: May 16, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Robert Jeffrey & Natalie J Marsh

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Knigge 9623 Dam?

Knigge 9623 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 Knigge 9623 Dam?

Knigge 9623 Dam is owned by Robert Jeffrey & Natalie J Marsh (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Knigge 9623 Dam built?

Knigge 9623 Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Knigge 9623 Dam?

Knigge 9623 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 Knigge 9623 Dam?

Knigge 9623 Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Knigge 9623 Dam last inspected?

Knigge 9623 Dam was last inspected on May 16, 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.