Pinkerman Dam 1

TR-REDBIRD CREEK· Holt, Nebraska· Built 1968· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Pinkerman Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE)
Dam Length293 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge628 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDNE00421

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: May 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Keith & Vickie May

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pinkerman Dam 1?

Pinkerman Dam 1 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 Pinkerman Dam 1?

Pinkerman Dam 1 is owned by Keith & Vickie May (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pinkerman Dam 1 built?

Pinkerman Dam 1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Pinkerman Dam 1?

Pinkerman Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pinkerman Dam 1?

Pinkerman Dam 1 has a dam height of 25 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 Pinkerman Dam 1 last inspected?

Pinkerman Dam 1 was last inspected on May 26, 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.