Steavenson Dam

BUTTERMILK CREEK· Washington, Nebraska· Built 1979· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Steavenson Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 76.9% in NE)
Dam Length206 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge632 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDNE01827

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: September 29, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Sheila M Monke

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Steavenson Dam?

Steavenson 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 Steavenson Dam?

Steavenson Dam is owned by Sheila M Monke (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Steavenson Dam built?

Steavenson Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Steavenson Dam?

Steavenson 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 Steavenson Dam?

Steavenson Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Steavenson Dam last inspected?

Steavenson Dam was last inspected on September 29, 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.