Landholm Dam

ROMBERG CREEK· Cuming, Nebraska· Built 2003· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Landholm Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE)
Dam Length630 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge15 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDNE02680

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 9, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Reva Burger and Brett Cheever

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Landholm Dam?

Landholm 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 Landholm Dam?

Landholm Dam is owned by Reva Burger and Brett Cheever (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Landholm Dam built?

Landholm Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Landholm Dam?

Landholm 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 Landholm Dam?

Landholm Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Landholm Dam last inspected?

Landholm Dam was last inspected on October 9, 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.