Snyder Dam 8593

TR-BRAWNER CREEK· Jefferson, Nebraska· Built 1980· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Snyder Dam 8593 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNE08593

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 10, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Andrew & Toni Snyder

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Snyder Dam 8593?

Snyder Dam 8593 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 Snyder Dam 8593?

Snyder Dam 8593 is owned by Andrew & Toni Snyder (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Snyder Dam 8593 built?

Snyder Dam 8593 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Snyder Dam 8593?

Snyder Dam 8593 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 Snyder Dam 8593?

Snyder Dam 8593 has a dam height of 24 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 Snyder Dam 8593 last inspected?

Snyder Dam 8593 was last inspected on May 10, 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.