Miller Grade Stabilization Dam

TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER· Lancaster, Nebraska· Built 1997· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Miller Grade Stabilization Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge26 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDNE02458

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

Ownership

Randy Kent Miller Rev. Lvg. Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Miller Grade Stabilization Dam?

Miller Grade Stabilization 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 Miller Grade Stabilization Dam?

Miller Grade Stabilization Dam is owned by Randy Kent Miller Rev. Lvg. Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Miller Grade Stabilization Dam built?

Miller Grade Stabilization Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Miller Grade Stabilization Dam?

Miller Grade Stabilization 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 Miller Grade Stabilization Dam?

Miller Grade Stabilization Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Miller Grade Stabilization Dam last inspected?

Miller Grade Stabilization Dam was last inspected on May 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.