Zentner Dam

TR-MACKELROY CREEK· Richardson, Nebraska· Built 2001· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Zentner Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 84.1% in NE)
Dam Length834 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge66 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDNE02715

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: May 26, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NE DNR

Ownership

Harlan Zentner

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Zentner Dam?

Zentner 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 Zentner Dam?

Zentner Dam is owned by Harlan Zentner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Zentner Dam built?

Zentner Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Zentner Dam?

Zentner Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Zentner Dam?

Zentner Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Zentner Dam last inspected?

Zentner Dam was last inspected on May 26, 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.