Stetter Dam

BOARDMAN CREEK· Cherry, Nebraska· Built 1987· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Stetter Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE)
Dam Length1,370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area30 sq mi
Max Discharge598 cfs
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDNE02264

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: October 18, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Barta Land Company LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stetter Dam?

Stetter 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 Stetter Dam?

Stetter Dam is owned by Barta Land Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stetter Dam built?

Stetter Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Stetter Dam?

Stetter 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 Stetter Dam?

Stetter Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Stetter Dam last inspected?

Stetter Dam was last inspected on October 18, 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.