Krogh West Dam

TR-THAWES CREEK· Nuckolls, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Krogh West Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 3.5% in NE)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge350 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE03105

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 8, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Krogh & Krogh Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Krogh West Dam?

Krogh West 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 Krogh West Dam?

Krogh West Dam is owned by Krogh & Krogh Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Krogh West Dam built?

Krogh West Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Krogh West Dam?

Krogh West 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 Krogh West Dam?

Krogh West Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Krogh West Dam last inspected?

Krogh West Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2020. 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.