Sachs-Palmer Dam

Douglas County, Nebraska (near RURAL ELKHORN)

River/Stream: TR-N BR W PAPIO CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
40 ft
Dam Length
787 ft
Reservoir Storage
352 acre-ft
Year Completed
2002
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
5,055 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2023-10-24

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
NE02638
State
Nebraska (NE)
Coordinates
41.33641, -96.23841
Age
24 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.