Schmidt Dam
Nebraska, Harlan County, Cook Creek
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Harlan |
| River | Cook Creek |
| Coordinates | 40.13309, -99.35870 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| NID Storage | 595 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 595 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | April 24, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1980 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Harlan County Road Department |
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.