Winters Dam

TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER· Red Willow, Nebraska· Built 1960· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Winters 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 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNE07972

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: November 22, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Merrit A & Susan J Nelms

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Winters Dam?

Winters 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 Winters Dam?

Winters Dam is owned by Merrit A & Susan J Nelms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Winters Dam built?

Winters 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 Winters Dam?

Winters 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 Winters Dam?

Winters Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Winters Dam last inspected?

Winters Dam was last inspected on November 22, 2023. 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.