Stauffer Dam 9825

TR-WALNUT CREEK· Seward, Nebraska· Built 2004· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Stauffer Dam 9825 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage151 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDNE09825

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 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Stauffer & Glanzer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stauffer Dam 9825?

Stauffer Dam 9825 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 Stauffer Dam 9825?

Stauffer Dam 9825 is owned by Stauffer & Glanzer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stauffer Dam 9825 built?

Stauffer Dam 9825 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Stauffer Dam 9825?

Stauffer Dam 9825 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 Stauffer Dam 9825?

Stauffer Dam 9825 has a dam height of 36 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 Stauffer Dam 9825 last inspected?

Stauffer Dam 9825 was last inspected on May 12, 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.