Little Red Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Red Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01125 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Stewart's Monroe Creek Ranch LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Red Dam?
Little Red 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 Little Red Dam?
Little Red Dam is owned by Stewart's Monroe Creek Ranch LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Red Dam built?
Little Red Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Red Dam?
Little Red 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 Little Red Dam?
Little Red Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Red Dam last inspected?
Little Red Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.