Bellwood 2-c
Bellwood 2-c is an earth dam located in Butler County, Nebraska, built in 1993. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Bellwood 2-c
The primary purpose of Bellwood 2-c is flood risk reduction. The dam is designed to control downstream flooding by temporarily storing excess water during storms and releasing it at a controlled rate. The dam is owned by Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (local government). It impounds the Elm Creek near Bellwood.
The dam stands 51 feet tall and stretches 935 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 55 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 2,297 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 7 square miles. Completed in 1993, the structure is 33 years old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 04/04/2022.
At 51 feet, this dam is taller than 93% of dams nationwide.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Butler |
| Nearest City | Bellwood |
| River/Stream | Elm Creek |
| Coordinates | 41.30949, -97.26285 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 51 ft |
| Dam Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Length | 935 ft |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 2,297 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,297 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 391 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,788 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Owner | Lower Platte North Natural Resources District |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 04/04/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NE02464 |
| Federal ID | NE02464 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |