Richardson Dam 8906

TR-E FK FARMERS CREEK· Webster, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Richardson Dam 8906 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE)
Dam Length570 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage142 acre-ft
Normal Storage97 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE08906

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: April 21, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Robert & Brenda Theer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Richardson Dam 8906?

Richardson Dam 8906 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 Richardson Dam 8906?

Richardson Dam 8906 is owned by Robert & Brenda Theer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Richardson Dam 8906 built?

Richardson Dam 8906 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Richardson Dam 8906?

Richardson Dam 8906 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Richardson Dam 8906?

Richardson Dam 8906 has a dam height of 17 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 Richardson Dam 8906 last inspected?

Richardson Dam 8906 was last inspected on April 21, 2014. 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.