Kenyon Farm Dam, located in Howard County, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for irrigation purposes.
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Completed in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 250 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, the dam serves to provide water for agricultural needs in the region.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Kenyon Farm Dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in April 2020. The dam is equipped with outlet gates and has a maximum discharge capacity of 46 cubic feet per second. Despite its low risk profile, the dam is subject to regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community.
Located along the Middle Loup River, Kenyon Farm Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, supporting irrigation activities and maintaining a surface area of 6 acres. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam stands as a testament to successful collaboration between private owners, government agencies, and design professionals in safeguarding water resources and adapting to the changing climate conditions of the region.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE LOUP RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
South Loup R At St. Michael
|
200cfs |
Middle Loup R. At St. Paul
|
1250cfs |
North Loup River Nr St Paul Nebr
|
2580cfs |
Platte River Near Grand Island
|
1450cfs |
Warm Slough Nr Central City
|
0cfs |
Platte River Near Kearney
|
1570cfs |