Rottman Dam

TR-CHATAWA CREEK· Pawnee, Nebraska· Built 1999· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Rottman Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE)
Dam Length395 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge27 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDNE02527

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

Ownership

Beverley A Rottman Life ES & et al

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rottman Dam?

Rottman 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 Rottman Dam?

Rottman Dam is owned by Beverley A Rottman Life ES & et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rottman Dam built?

Rottman Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Rottman Dam?

Rottman Dam 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 Rottman Dam?

Rottman Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Rottman Dam last inspected?

Rottman Dam was last inspected on June 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.