Road 737 County Dam

BURGER CANYON· Hayes, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Road 737 County Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE)
Dam Length860 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE04121

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: June 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Hayes County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Road 737 County Dam?

Road 737 County 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 Road 737 County Dam?

Road 737 County Dam is owned by Hayes County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Road 737 County Dam built?

Road 737 County Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Road 737 County Dam?

Road 737 County 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 Road 737 County Dam?

Road 737 County Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Road 737 County Dam last inspected?

Road 737 County Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2023. 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.