Pohlmeier Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: David Mazour Dam Herz Pohlmeier Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pohlmeier Dam, located in Nuckolls County, Nebraska, is a private earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Pohlmeier Dam serves as a crucial water resource in the region, providing not only water storage but also flood control and recreation opportunities. The dam's location on Liberty Creek contributes to its role in managing water flow and supporting the surrounding ecosystem. Despite its relatively small size, Pohlmeier Dam plays a significant role in water management and conservation efforts in the area.
Managed by a private owner, Pohlmeier Dam contributes to local water security and environmental sustainability. With a focus on fire protection and livestock needs, this dam showcases the importance of small-scale water infrastructure in supporting agricultural activities and ecological balance. As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Pohlmeier serve as critical components of adaptive water management strategies in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
126 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LIBERTY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Pohlmeier Dam