Trausch Irrigation Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Trausch Irrigation Dam, located in Pauline, Nebraska, is a key structure managed by private owners for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1982 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
The dam, situated on TR-Scott Creek in Adams County, Nebraska, has a drainage area of 1 square mile and a maximum discharge capacity of 1800 cubic feet per second. Despite its relatively small surface area of 5 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water for agricultural irrigation in the region. With the support of the NRCS and state regulatory agencies, Trausch Irrigation Dam continues to serve as a vital resource for water management and agricultural sustainability in the area.
As a significant contributor to the local water resource infrastructure, Trausch Irrigation Dam represents a successful collaboration between private owners and government agencies to support irrigation needs in the region. With its strategic location and efficient design, the dam remains a reliable asset for water management in Nebraska, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices and partnerships in addressing the water challenges faced by agricultural communities.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SCOTT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Trausch Irrigation Dam