Stubble Field Dam

TR-W MUDDY CREEK· Frontier, Nebraska· Built 1971· Earth· 24 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Stubble Field Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length218 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge545 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDNE01456

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 26, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Schurr Family Partnership Ltd

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stubble Field Dam?

Stubble Field 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 Stubble Field Dam?

Stubble Field Dam is owned by Schurr Family Partnership Ltd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stubble Field Dam built?

Stubble Field Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Stubble Field Dam?

Stubble Field Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stubble Field Dam?

Stubble Field Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Stubble Field Dam last inspected?

Stubble Field Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2018. 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.