Woolford Dam

TR-ASH CREEK· Garden, Nebraska· Built 1981· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Woolford Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 28.5% in NE)
Dam Length543 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge922 cfs
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDNE02767

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 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

David J & Leslea D Walczyk

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woolford Dam?

Woolford 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 Woolford Dam?

Woolford Dam is owned by David J & Leslea D Walczyk (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Woolford Dam built?

Woolford 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 Woolford Dam?

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

How tall is Woolford Dam?

Woolford 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 Woolford Dam last inspected?

Woolford Dam was last inspected on April 28, 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.