Snyder Group Dam

TR-SAND DRAW· Brown, Nebraska· Built 1975· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Snyder Group Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.7% in NE)
Dam Length531 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage157 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge230 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDNE01537

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 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Kevin Johnson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Snyder Group Dam?

Snyder Group 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 Snyder Group Dam?

Snyder Group Dam is owned by Kevin Johnson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Snyder Group Dam built?

Snyder Group Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Group Dam?

Snyder Group 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 Snyder Group Dam?

Snyder Group Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Group Dam last inspected?

Snyder Group Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2023. 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.