Harlan County Dam
Nebraska — Harlan County — REPUBLICAN
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Harlan |
| River | REPUBLICAN |
| Coordinates | 40.06876, -99.21125 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 107 ft |
| Dam Height | 107 ft |
| Dam Length | 11,827 ft |
| NID Storage | 825,700 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 825,700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13,600 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 12, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Kansas City District |
| Other Name | Harlan County Lake |
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.