Moody Dam 1255

N FK BIG COTTONWOOD CREEK· Dawes, Nebraska· Built 1958· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Moody Dam 1255 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 Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage450 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area52 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge2,847 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDNE01255

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: August 28, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

David L & Dawson P & Cassandra Moody & Moody & Olson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moody Dam 1255?

Moody Dam 1255 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 Moody Dam 1255?

Moody Dam 1255 is owned by David L & Dawson P & Cassandra Moody & Moody & Olson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Moody Dam 1255 built?

Moody Dam 1255 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 Moody Dam 1255?

Moody Dam 1255 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 Moody Dam 1255?

Moody Dam 1255 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 Moody Dam 1255 last inspected?

Moody Dam 1255 was last inspected on August 28, 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.