Swan Creek 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Swan Creek 63 Kotas Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Swan Creek 2, located in Swanton, Nebraska, is a vital flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government.
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Summary
Built in 1973 by the Nebraska Department of Roads and USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans 1330 feet, with a storage capacity of 965 acre-feet. Despite its importance in mitigating flood risks in the area, Swan Creek 2 is currently assessed to be in poor condition, with the last inspection conducted in March 2018.
The dam, situated on TR-N FK Swan Creek, falls under the regulatory authority of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring that it meets state safety and inspection standards. With a drainage area of 3.6 square miles and a maximum discharge of 65 cubic feet per second, Swan Creek 2 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. As a key structure in flood risk management, Swan Creek 2 serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced in maintaining and upgrading aging infrastructure to safeguard water resources and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
1330 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N FK SWAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
41 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
3.6 |
Nid Storage |
965 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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.
Swan Creek 2
Swan Creek WMA