Wehrman Dam 1386

TR-OX BOW CREEK· Nuckolls, Nebraska· Built 1979· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Wehrman Dam 1386 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 55% in NE)
Dam Length295 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge382 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDNE01386

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: April 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

JP Wehrman & Lynn C Wake

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wehrman Dam 1386?

Wehrman Dam 1386 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 Wehrman Dam 1386?

Wehrman Dam 1386 is owned by JP Wehrman & Lynn C Wake (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wehrman Dam 1386 built?

Wehrman Dam 1386 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Wehrman Dam 1386?

Wehrman Dam 1386 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 Wehrman Dam 1386?

Wehrman Dam 1386 has a dam height of 27 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 Wehrman Dam 1386 last inspected?

Wehrman Dam 1386 was last inspected on April 14, 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.