Shell Lake Dam
Nebraska — Cherry County — DRY CREEK
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Cherry |
| River | DRY CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.91549, -102.03487 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,271 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,271 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 158 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | June 14, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Nebraska Game & Parks Commission |
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.