Marsh Dam

TR-CONTRARY CREEK· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 2004· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE)
Dam Length488 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage18 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge44 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDNE02707

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 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Marcasa LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marsh Dam?

Marsh 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 Marsh Dam?

Marsh Dam is owned by Marcasa LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marsh Dam built?

Marsh Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Marsh Dam?

Marsh Dam 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 Marsh Dam?

Marsh Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Marsh Dam last inspected?

Marsh Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2021. 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.