Theresa Vap Dam

TR-LIBERTY CREEK· Clay, Nebraska· Built 1984· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Theresa Vap Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge140 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDNE02188

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: May 4, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Michael J & Tammy J Gehle

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Theresa Vap Dam?

Theresa Vap 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 Theresa Vap Dam?

Theresa Vap Dam is owned by Michael J & Tammy J Gehle (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Theresa Vap Dam built?

Theresa Vap Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Theresa Vap Dam?

Theresa Vap Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Theresa Vap Dam?

Theresa Vap Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Theresa Vap Dam last inspected?

Theresa Vap Dam was last inspected on May 4, 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.