Scribner Air Base East Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scribner Airport West Dam Hooper Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Scribner Air Base East Dam, located in Dodge County, Nebraska, was completed in 1954 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Elkhorn River.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a hydraulic height of 33 feet, with a total length of 465 feet. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam is state-regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure public safety.
Owned by a private entity, Scribner Air Base East Dam has a storage capacity of 258 acre-feet and a drainage area of 7.18 square miles. The dam is operated for flood risk reduction purposes, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1020 cubic feet per second. Although the dam's condition is deemed poor, the Nebraska DNR enforces state regulations and conducts inspections to mitigate risks associated with the structure. The current hazard potential of the dam is considered significant, prompting the need for continuous monitoring and potential risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community.
Despite its age and condition, Scribner Air Base East Dam remains a vital component of flood protection infrastructure in the area. With ongoing state regulation and inspections in place, efforts are being made to address the dam's poor condition and mitigate potential risks. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to monitor the status of such critical structures to ensure the safety and resilience of our communities in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELKHORN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
7.18 |
Nid Storage |
258 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
45cfs |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
359cfs |
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Platte River Nr Leshara
|
5270cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Scribner Air Base East Dam