Road Dam 16-11-11

TR-DECKER CREEK· Cass, Nebraska· Built 1989· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Road Dam 16-11-11 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 66.9% in NE)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage111 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge51 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDNE02337

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: May 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lower Platte South Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Road Dam 16-11-11?

Road Dam 16-11-11 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 Dam 16-11-11?

Road Dam 16-11-11 is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Road Dam 16-11-11 built?

Road Dam 16-11-11 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Dam 16-11-11?

Road Dam 16-11-11 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 Road Dam 16-11-11?

Road Dam 16-11-11 has a dam height of 30 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 Dam 16-11-11 last inspected?

Road Dam 16-11-11 was last inspected on May 6, 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.