Young Dam 1700

TR-REDBIRD CREEK· Holt, Nebraska· Built 1979· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Young Dam 1700 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 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in NE)
Dam Length355 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge132 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDNE01700

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 22, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Zane W & Sara K Young

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Young Dam 1700?

Young Dam 1700 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 Young Dam 1700?

Young Dam 1700 is owned by Zane W & Sara K Young (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Young Dam 1700 built?

Young Dam 1700 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 Young Dam 1700?

Young Dam 1700 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 Young Dam 1700?

Young Dam 1700 has a dam height of 32 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 Young Dam 1700 last inspected?

Young Dam 1700 was last inspected on April 22, 2020. 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.