Brule Creek 1-A Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brule Creek 1-A is a crucial local government-owned dam situated in Keith, Nebraska, designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Completed in 1970, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 53 feet and spans a length of 1390 feet, with a storage capacity of 2731 acre-feet and a drainage area of 7.6 square miles. Despite its significant role in managing water resources in the area, the dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, with a high hazard potential.

Located on Brule Canyon Creek, this dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement measures. The structure's outdated condition raises concerns for potential risks and the need for maintenance or rehabilitation to ensure continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With a history of modifications and a last inspection date in June 2020, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about the status and management of Brule Creek 1-A to safeguard the surrounding community and environment from potential hazards.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

1390

Dam Height

53

River Or Stream

BRULE CANYON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

52

Drainage Area

7.6

Nid Storage

2731

Structural Height

66

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

66
       
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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.