Troester Dam

TR-PLATTE RIVER· Hamilton, Nebraska· Built 1981· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Troester Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 20.6% in NE)
Dam Length283 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,626 cfs
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDNE01964

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 31, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

C Carlson Farms Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Troester Dam?

Troester 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 Troester Dam?

Troester Dam is owned by C Carlson Farms Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Troester Dam built?

Troester Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Troester Dam?

Troester Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Troester Dam?

Troester 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 Troester Dam last inspected?

Troester Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2016. 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.