Minatare
SUPPLY CANAL·
Scotts Bluff, Nebraska·
Built 1914·
Earth·
114 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 114 ft (taller than 99.8% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 3,760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,195 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01075 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 11, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 54 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Minatare?
Minatare is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Minatare?
Minatare is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government).
When was Minatare last inspected?
Minatare was last inspected on August 11, 2020.
When was Minatare built?
Minatare was completed in 1914, making it 112 years old.
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.