Massey Dam 9444

TR-FLAG CREEK· Harlan, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 15 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Massey Dam 9444 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE)
Dam Length215 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE09444

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: August 30, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Massey Family LLLP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Massey Dam 9444?

Massey Dam 9444 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 Massey Dam 9444?

Massey Dam 9444 is owned by Massey Family LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Massey Dam 9444 built?

Massey Dam 9444 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 Massey Dam 9444?

Massey Dam 9444 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Massey Dam 9444?

Massey Dam 9444 has a dam height of 15 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 Massey Dam 9444 last inspected?

Massey Dam 9444 was last inspected on August 30, 2018. 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.