Benson Dam
Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Cherry |
| Nearest City | VALENTINE |
| River/Stream | TR-DRY CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.93586, -100.68588 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Owner | Patsy Benson Trustee |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 06/20/2019 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |