Dams in Sherman County, Nebraska
6Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Sherman County, Nebraska
Sherman County has 6 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 2 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Sherman County is 44 years old. The most common purpose is other. The tallest dam is Sherman Dam at 134 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Dam | High | Satisfactory | 134 | Irrigation | 1962 |
| Peterson Farms Lagoon 1 Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 36 | Other | 2004 |
| Prososki Road Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 34 | Other | 2006 |
| Morgan Road Dam | Low | Not Rated | 23 | Other | 1981 |
| Hickman Dam 1 | Low | Poor | 21 | Irrigation | 1957 |
| Hickman Dam 3 | Low | Poor | 15 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1980 |