Mihm Dam

TR-W FK BIG BLUE RIVER· Hamilton, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Mihm Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge141 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE00111

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 10, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Neil E & Earl Bieck

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mihm Dam?

Mihm 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 Mihm Dam?

Mihm Dam is owned by Neil E & Earl Bieck (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mihm Dam built?

Mihm Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Mihm Dam?

Mihm 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 Mihm Dam?

Mihm Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Mihm Dam last inspected?

Mihm Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2019. 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.