Turkey Creek Pond Dam

TR-TURKEY CREEK· Franklin, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Turkey Creek Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in NE)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE03695

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 27, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Paul E Pohlenz Life ES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Turkey Creek Pond Dam?

Turkey Creek Pond 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 Turkey Creek Pond Dam?

Turkey Creek Pond Dam is owned by Paul E Pohlenz Life ES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Turkey Creek Pond Dam built?

Turkey Creek Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Turkey Creek Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Turkey Creek Pond Dam?

Turkey Creek Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Turkey Creek Pond Dam last inspected?

Turkey Creek Pond Dam was last inspected on June 27, 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.