Timmerman Farms Dam

TR-PLATTE RIVER· Cass, Nebraska· Built 1995· Earth· 42 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Timmerman Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 42 ft (taller than 92.2% in NE)
Dam Length743 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage283 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge312 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDNE02411

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 23, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lower Platte South Natural Resources District

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Timmerman Farms Dam?

Timmerman Farms 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 Timmerman Farms Dam?

Timmerman Farms Dam is owned by Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Timmerman Farms Dam built?

Timmerman Farms Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Timmerman Farms Dam?

Timmerman Farms 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 Timmerman Farms Dam?

Timmerman Farms Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Timmerman Farms Dam last inspected?

Timmerman Farms Dam was last inspected on May 23, 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.