Nebel Dam

TR-CEDAR RIVER· Boone, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 19 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Nebel Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage86 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge256 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE09926

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 25, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Michael L Nebel

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nebel Dam?

Nebel 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 Nebel Dam?

Nebel Dam is owned by Michael L Nebel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nebel Dam built?

Nebel Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Nebel Dam?

Nebel Dam 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 Nebel Dam?

Nebel Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Nebel Dam last inspected?

Nebel Dam was last inspected on April 25, 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.