Siedhoff Dam

TR-BIG BLUE RIVER· Saline, Nebraska· Built 1949· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Siedhoff Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 17.6% in NE)
Dam Length365 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge620 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDNE00034

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 4, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Ainsiedler LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Siedhoff Dam?

Siedhoff 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 Siedhoff Dam?

Siedhoff Dam is owned by Ainsiedler LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Siedhoff Dam built?

Siedhoff Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Siedhoff Dam?

Siedhoff Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Siedhoff Dam?

Siedhoff Dam 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 Siedhoff Dam last inspected?

Siedhoff Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2019. 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.