Ott Dam 1165

TR-EUREKA CREEK· Harlan, Nebraska· Built 1972· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Ott Dam 1165 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE)
Dam Length329 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge654 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDNE01165

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: June 27, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Mildred Ott Farms Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ott Dam 1165?

Ott Dam 1165 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 Ott Dam 1165?

Ott Dam 1165 is owned by Mildred Ott Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ott Dam 1165 built?

Ott Dam 1165 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Ott Dam 1165?

Ott Dam 1165 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 Ott Dam 1165?

Ott Dam 1165 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 Ott Dam 1165 last inspected?

Ott Dam 1165 was last inspected on June 27, 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.