Schwanz Dam 3565

TR-TWIN CREEK· Harlan, Nebraska· Built 1950· Earth· 17 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Schwanz Dam 3565 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNE03565

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: November 10, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

David J Schwanz et al

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schwanz Dam 3565?

Schwanz Dam 3565 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 Schwanz Dam 3565?

Schwanz Dam 3565 is owned by David J Schwanz et al (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Schwanz Dam 3565 built?

Schwanz Dam 3565 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Schwanz Dam 3565?

Schwanz Dam 3565 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Schwanz Dam 3565?

Schwanz Dam 3565 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 Schwanz Dam 3565 last inspected?

Schwanz Dam 3565 was last inspected on November 10, 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.