Kahrs Dam 620 in Nebraska, completed in 1948, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management.
Wind
Humidity
This private earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 141 acre-feet. Located on the TR-Republican River in Franklin County, this structure covers a surface area of 10.9 acres and has a drainage area of 2.16 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Kahrs Dam 620 is classified as in poor condition as of the last inspection in 2017. The dam's primary purpose and design make it an essential water resource for the local community. The structure is under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. While the dam's condition may be a concern, its importance for fire protection and water storage highlights the necessity of proper maintenance and potential upgrades in the future to safeguard against climate uncertainties.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
483 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
2.16 |
Nid Storage |
141 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Prairie Dog C Nr Woodruff
|
0cfs |
Republican River Near Orleans
|
59cfs |
Sappa Creek Near Stamford
|
4cfs |
Nf Solomon R At Glade
|
8cfs |
Bow C Nr Stockton
|
3cfs |
Republican River At Guide Rock
|
35cfs |