Schroeder Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scott Ahrens Dam Scroggin Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Schroeder Dam, located in Nuckolls, Nebraska, along the TR-Little Blue River, is a private earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1963 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 14 feet and a length of 300 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 2.2 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition as of its last inspection in April 2020.
Managed by the NE DNR, Schroeder Dam undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and regulatory compliance. The dam's primary source agency is Nebraska, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the Omaha District. While the dam's condition assessment is poor, efforts are being made to address any potential risks and implement necessary risk management measures to improve its overall safety and functionality.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Schroeder Dam to be a fascinating structure, blending agricultural and environmental purposes in a rural setting. As a vital feature along the Little Blue River, the dam provides essential water storage for fire protection and livestock needs, highlighting the intersection of human activity and natural resource management in the region. Despite its current condition challenges, ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight ensure that Schroeder Dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and conservation efforts in Nebraska.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
2.2 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Schroeder Dam