Kearney Dam

Nebraska — Buffalo County — KEARNEY CANAL OFF PLATTE RIVER

Location

StateNebraska
CountyBuffalo
RiverKEARNEY CANAL OFF PLATTE RIVER
Coordinates40.70411, -99.09834

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length995 ft
NID Storage194 acre-ft
Max Storage194 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 27, 2024
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1885
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerNebraska Public Power District

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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.

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