Prairie Queen Main Dam
Key Takeaway
Prairie Queen Main Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 68 ft (taller than 99% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 125 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,625 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | NE05082 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Prairie Queen Main Dam?
Prairie Queen Main Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Prairie Queen Main Dam?
Prairie Queen Main Dam is owned by Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prairie Queen Main Dam built?
Prairie Queen Main Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Prairie Queen Main Dam?
Prairie Queen Main Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prairie Queen Main Dam?
Prairie Queen Main Dam has a dam height of 68 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 Prairie Queen Main Dam last inspected?
Prairie Queen Main Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.