Swedeburg 2b-2f

TR-WAHOO CREEK· Saunders, Nebraska· Built 1957· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Swedeburg 2b-2f is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 35.8% in NE)
Dam Length597 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge511 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDNE00048

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: June 1, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lower Platte North Natural Resources District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Swedeburg 2b-2f?

Swedeburg 2b-2f 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 Swedeburg 2b-2f?

Swedeburg 2b-2f is owned by Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Swedeburg 2b-2f built?

Swedeburg 2b-2f was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Swedeburg 2b-2f?

Swedeburg 2b-2f 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 Swedeburg 2b-2f?

Swedeburg 2b-2f has a dam height of 22 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 Swedeburg 2b-2f last inspected?

Swedeburg 2b-2f was last inspected on June 1, 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.