Rejda Dam

TR-N BR TURTLE CREEK· Valley, Nebraska· Built 1967· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Rejda Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge148 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDNE00267

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: July 23, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Donald P & Betty D Rejda & Rejda Co-trustees

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rejda Dam?

Rejda 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 Rejda Dam?

Rejda Dam is owned by Donald P & Betty D Rejda & Rejda Co-trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rejda Dam built?

Rejda Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Rejda Dam?

Rejda 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 Rejda Dam?

Rejda Dam 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 Rejda Dam last inspected?

Rejda Dam was last inspected on July 23, 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.