Drake Dam
Nebraska — Harlan County — FOSTER CREEK
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Harlan |
| River | FOSTER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 40.25425, -99.52458 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| NID Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 15, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1951 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Drake Family LLC |
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.