Schoenrock Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Schoenrock Dam, located in Jefferson, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure that was completed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 23 feet and serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction. With a normal storage capacity of 45 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 98.2 acre-feet, the dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 284 cubic feet per second from the TR-ROSE CREEK.

The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, and its condition assessment as of April 2020 was deemed satisfactory. The Nebraska Department of Natural Resources regulates the dam, ensuring that state inspections, permitting, and enforcement are up to date. With a relatively small surface area of 3.64 acres and a drainage area of 1.31 square miles, Schoenrock Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, contributing to the overall water security and resilience of the surrounding communities.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and extreme weather events become more frequent, the role of dams like Schoenrock in managing flood risks and ensuring water availability becomes increasingly important. With its solid structural design and satisfactory condition assessment, Schoenrock Dam stands as a reliable asset in the effort to safeguard against potential water-related hazards and maintain a sustainable water supply for the residents of Jefferson, Nebraska.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

225

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

TR-ROSE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.64

Hydraulic Height

22.04

Drainage Area

1.31

Nid Storage

98.2

Structural Height

23

Hazard Potential

Low

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Nid Height

23
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.