Nuss Dam
Nebraska, Clay County, TR-W FK BIG BLUE RIVER
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Clay |
| River | TR-W FK BIG BLUE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.68769, -97.91266 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 581 ft |
| NID Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 1, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1977 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District |
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.