Tredway Irrigation Dam

TR-BEAVER CREEK· Hamilton, Nebraska· Built 1985· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tredway Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.8% in NE)
Dam Length483 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge81 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDNE02198

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 7, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Lynn Tredway

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tredway Irrigation Dam?

Tredway Irrigation 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 Tredway Irrigation Dam?

Tredway Irrigation Dam is owned by Lynn Tredway (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tredway Irrigation Dam built?

Tredway Irrigation Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Tredway Irrigation Dam?

Tredway Irrigation 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 Tredway Irrigation Dam?

Tredway Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Tredway Irrigation Dam last inspected?

Tredway Irrigation Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2021. 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.