Kearney Dam

Buffalo County, Nebraska (near KEARNEY)

River/Stream: KEARNEY CANAL OFF PLATTE RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
27 ft
Dam Length
995 ft
Reservoir Storage
194 acre-ft
Year Completed
1885
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
600 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-06-27

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NE00465
State
Nebraska (NE)
Coordinates
40.70411, -99.09834
Age
141 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.