Roland Moellenberndt Dam

TR-DRY BRANCH· Jefferson, Nebraska· Built 1998· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Roland Moellenberndt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE)
Dam Length723 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge163 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDNE02505

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 9, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Jacki & Roland Jr Moellenberndt

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roland Moellenberndt Dam?

Roland Moellenberndt 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam?

Roland Moellenberndt Dam is owned by Jacki & Roland Jr Moellenberndt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roland Moellenberndt Dam built?

Roland Moellenberndt Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam?

Roland Moellenberndt 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam?

Roland Moellenberndt Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Roland Moellenberndt Dam last inspected?

Roland Moellenberndt Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2020. 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.