Beasley Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Deuel County, Nebraska, Beasley Dam is a private earth dam built in 1935 on Dry Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 8.7 feet and a length of 294 feet, this dam serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction and other water management activities. It has a storage capacity of 66.9 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres, supporting a drainage area of 14.44 square miles.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Beasley Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and public safety. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment has not been rated, and emergency action plans remain unspecified. The dam's location within Congressional District 03, Nebraska, highlights its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates can appreciate Beasley Dam for its role in managing water flow, reducing flood risks, and supporting local ecosystems. As a key infrastructure in the area, this private dam underscores the importance of effective regulation, inspection, and emergency preparedness to safeguard communities and maintain sustainable water management practices in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
294 |
Dam Height |
8.7 |
River Or Stream |
DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
8.7 |
Drainage Area |
14.44 |
Nid Storage |
66.9 |
Structural Height |
8.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
S. Platte R. At Julesburg
|
-999cfs |
South Platte River At Roscoe Nebr
|
209cfs |
South Platte River Near Crook
|
162cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Beasley Dam