Little Dam 3322

TR - Turkey Creek· Johnson, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Little Dam 3322 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE03322

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: March 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Judy K & William J Little

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Little Dam 3322?

Little Dam 3322 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 Little Dam 3322?

Little Dam 3322 is owned by Judy K & William J Little (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Little Dam 3322 built?

Little Dam 3322 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 Little Dam 3322?

Little Dam 3322 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Little Dam 3322?

Little Dam 3322 has a dam height of 25 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 Little Dam 3322 last inspected?

Little Dam 3322 was last inspected on March 26, 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.