Bellwood 6-F Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bellwood 6-E Schmit Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Bellwood 6-F is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Butler, Nebraska, along the TR-Platte River.
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Summary
Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet with a structural height of 36 feet and a length of 437 feet. It has a storage capacity of 376 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Bellwood 6-F has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in April 2019. The dam has a drainage area of 1.2 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 35 acre-feet, providing vital protection to the surrounding community. With its stone core and soil foundation, Bellwood 6-F plays a vital role in safeguarding the region from potential flooding events.
Despite its low hazard potential, Bellwood 6-F undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With its strategic location and design, this dam remains a key asset in the region's water resource management efforts, showcasing the importance of infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change on local communities.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
437 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PLATTE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
376 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Clear Cr 1.75mi W Of Polk Co Line
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15cfs |
Platte River Near Duncan
|
243cfs |
Shell Creek Near Columbus
|
87cfs |
Prairie Creek Nr Silver Creek Nebr
|
5cfs |
Silver Cr
|
2cfs |
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
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.
Bellwood 6-F