Mccune Dam

TR-PLUM CREEK· Pawnee, Nebraska· Built 2005· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Mccune Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDNE05482

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: June 27, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

McCune Family, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mccune Dam?

Mccune 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 Mccune Dam?

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

When was Mccune Dam built?

Mccune Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Mccune Dam?

Mccune 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 Mccune Dam?

Mccune Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Mccune Dam last inspected?

Mccune Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2022. 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.