Timperley Dam

TR-REDBIRD CREEK· Holt, Nebraska· Built 2008· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Timperley Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge392 cfs
Year Completed2008 (18 years old)
NID IDNE03146

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: November 6, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Gene Otis & Kelcey A Timperley

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Timperley Dam?

Timperley 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 Timperley Dam?

Timperley Dam is owned by Gene Otis & Kelcey A Timperley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Timperley Dam built?

Timperley Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Timperley Dam?

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

How tall is Timperley Dam?

Timperley Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Timperley Dam last inspected?

Timperley Dam was last inspected on November 6, 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.