Messinger Dam 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Messinger Dam Rex Moore Detention Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Messinger Dam 2, located in Red Willow County, Nebraska, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond support.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam, completed in 1980, stands at a height of 22.4 feet and spans 730 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 321.5 acre-feet, it primarily regulates water flow from TR-Beaver Creek within a drainage area of 6.13 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Messinger Dam 2 is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's condition was last assessed in September 2018 and was found to be in satisfactory standing. While not rated for its condition, the dam's emergency action plan remains unspecified, reflecting the need for further preparedness measures in case of potential risks. With its vital role in water resource management, Messinger Dam 2 serves as a crucial component in the sustainable utilization of water for various community needs in the region.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
730 |
Dam Height |
22.4 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
22.4 |
Drainage Area |
6.13 |
Nid Storage |
321.5 |
Structural Height |
22.4 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Messinger Dam 2