Fuhrer Irrigation Dam dam
Fuhrer Irrigation Dam
Fuhrer Irrigation Dam, located in Nebraska's Boyd County, boasts a rich history dating back to its completion in 1981 by the USDA NRCS. This private-owned structure stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management, primarily serving its purpose for irrigation. With a dam height of 35 feet and a storage capacity of 305.2 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in regulating water flow along the TR-PONCA CREEK.
Managed and regulated by the NE DNR, Fuhrer Irrigation Dam has been inspected regularly, with its condition assessed as satisfactory and a low hazard potential. The dam's hydraulic height of 31 feet and its structural height of 37.74 feet ensure efficient water storage and distribution for agricultural purposes in the region. Situated within the St. Paul District, this earth dam with a stone core stands as a reliable water management system, contributing to the sustainable development of the local ecosystem.
As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, the significance of Fuhrer Irrigation Dam cannot be overstated. Its role in supporting agricultural activities, regulating water flow, and maintaining ecological balance underscores the importance of responsible dam management. With its strategic location, state-of-the-art design, and adherence to regulatory standards, the dam exemplifies the harmonious coexistence of human needs and environmental preservation in the face of climate variability and water scarcity challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Fuhrer Irrigation Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Niobrara River At Mariaville | 1,150 cfs | → |
| Platte Creek Near Platte | 0 cfs | → |
| Keya Paha R At Wewela Sd | 52 cfs | → |
| Long Pine Creek Near Riverview | 200 cfs | → |
| Niobrara River Nr. Verdel | 1,850 cfs | → |
| Ponca Creek At Verdel | 8 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fuhrer Irrigation Dam.
Boat launches
- Hull Lake Wma
- Gregory County
- North Wheeler Road Charles Mix County
- 293rd Street Charles Mix County
- 376th Avenue Charles Mix County
Track Fuhrer Irrigation Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Fuhrer Irrigation Dam
Where does the data for Fuhrer Irrigation Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Fuhrer Irrigation Dam.