Ruff Dam
Nebraska — Red Willow County — TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Red Willow |
| River | TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.27067, -100.74021 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| NID Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 10, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | James C & Karen L Ruff |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.