Meisinger Dam 2

TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER· Johnson, Nebraska· Built 2001· Earth· 28 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Meisinger Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 59.7% in NE)
Dam Length465 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDNE02605

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: May 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Gregory D Stukenholtz

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Meisinger Dam 2?

Meisinger Dam 2 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 Meisinger Dam 2?

Meisinger Dam 2 is owned by Gregory D Stukenholtz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Meisinger Dam 2 built?

Meisinger Dam 2 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Meisinger Dam 2?

Meisinger Dam 2 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 Meisinger Dam 2?

Meisinger Dam 2 has a dam height of 28 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 Meisinger Dam 2 last inspected?

Meisinger Dam 2 was last inspected on May 24, 2023. 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.