Stiver North Dam

TR-NORTH PLATTE RIVER· Scotts Bluff, Nebraska· Built 1958· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Stiver North Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE)
Dam Length432 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,441 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDNE01194

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: August 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

MFK LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stiver North Dam?

Stiver North 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 Stiver North Dam?

Stiver North Dam is owned by MFK LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stiver North Dam built?

Stiver North Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Stiver North Dam?

Stiver North Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stiver North Dam?

Stiver North Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Stiver North Dam last inspected?

Stiver North Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2020. 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.