Tim Schaardt Dam

TR-CLEAR CREEK· Pawnee, Nebraska· Built 1991· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Tim Schaardt Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge90 cfs
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDNE02467

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 17, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Schaardt Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tim Schaardt Dam?

Tim Schaardt 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 Tim Schaardt Dam?

Tim Schaardt Dam is owned by Schaardt Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tim Schaardt Dam built?

Tim Schaardt Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Tim Schaardt Dam?

Tim Schaardt 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 Tim Schaardt Dam?

Tim Schaardt 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 Tim Schaardt Dam last inspected?

Tim Schaardt Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2019. 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.