Singleton Reservoir Dam

TR-WOLF CREEK· Gage, Nebraska· Built 2016· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Singleton Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 63.8% in NE)
Dam Length715 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage202 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge82 cfs
Year Completed2016 (10 years old)
NID IDNE09985

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 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Daniel R Singleton Trustee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Singleton Reservoir Dam?

Singleton Reservoir 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 Singleton Reservoir Dam?

Singleton Reservoir Dam is owned by Daniel R Singleton Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Singleton Reservoir Dam built?

Singleton Reservoir Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Singleton Reservoir Dam?

Singleton Reservoir 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 Singleton Reservoir Dam?

Singleton Reservoir 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 Singleton Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Singleton Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 13, 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.