Yankee Hill Dam
Key Takeaway
Yankee Hill Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 3,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 284 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NE01058 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Omaha District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Yankee Hill Dam?
Yankee Hill Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Yankee Hill Dam?
Yankee Hill Dam is owned by USACE - Omaha District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yankee Hill Dam built?
Yankee Hill Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Yankee Hill Dam?
Yankee Hill Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Yankee Hill Dam last inspected?
Yankee Hill Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.