Weber Dam

TR-BIG SANDY CREEK· Holt, Nebraska· Built 1975· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Weber Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 42.8% in NE)
Dam Length293 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDNE01974

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: October 24, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

G Richard Keidel Trustee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weber Dam?

Weber 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 Weber Dam?

Weber Dam is owned by G Richard Keidel Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Weber Dam built?

Weber Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Weber Dam?

Weber Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Weber Dam?

Weber Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Weber Dam last inspected?

Weber Dam was last inspected on October 24, 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.