Ramsey Dam

TR-N FK BIG NEMAHA RIVER· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 2000· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Ramsey Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.7% in NE)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDNE05336

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: March 25, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Douglas C & Christine Ramsey

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey 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 Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey Dam is owned by Douglas C & Christine Ramsey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ramsey Dam built?

Ramsey Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ramsey Dam?

Ramsey Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Ramsey Dam last inspected?

Ramsey Dam was last inspected on March 25, 2020. 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.