Monter Dam 1351

TR-ELK CREEK· Gosper, Nebraska· Built 1958· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Monter Dam 1351 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE)
Dam Length322 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage148 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge370 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDNE01351

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 29, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Hilker Family LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Monter Dam 1351?

Monter Dam 1351 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 Monter Dam 1351?

Monter Dam 1351 is owned by Hilker Family LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Monter Dam 1351 built?

Monter Dam 1351 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Monter Dam 1351?

Monter Dam 1351 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 Monter Dam 1351?

Monter Dam 1351 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 Monter Dam 1351 last inspected?

Monter Dam 1351 was last inspected on April 29, 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.