Kubicek Dam

TR-TURKEY CREEK· Fillmore, Nebraska· Built 1964· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kubicek Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE)
Dam Length573 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage465 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,540 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
Year Modified2020
NID IDNE00029

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: October 23, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Dwaine L Kubicek

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kubicek Dam?

Kubicek 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 Kubicek Dam?

Kubicek Dam is owned by Dwaine L Kubicek (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kubicek Dam built?

Kubicek Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Kubicek Dam?

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

How tall is Kubicek Dam?

Kubicek Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Kubicek Dam last inspected?

Kubicek Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2019. 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.