Ravens Nest East Dam

TR-PLATTE RIVER· Cass, Nebraska· Built 2006· Earth· 44 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Ravens Nest East Dam is classified as significant hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 44 ft (taller than 93.7% in NE)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge278 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDNE02792

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 31, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Ravens Nest HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ravens Nest East Dam?

Ravens Nest East Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ravens Nest East Dam?

Ravens Nest East Dam is owned by Ravens Nest HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ravens Nest East Dam built?

Ravens Nest East Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Ravens Nest East Dam?

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

How tall is Ravens Nest East Dam?

Ravens Nest East Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Ravens Nest East Dam last inspected?

Ravens Nest East Dam was last inspected on January 31, 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.