Bordner Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Bordner Dam, located in Stanton, Nebraska, is a private dam designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 22.9 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR-Elkhorn River. With a storage capacity of 104.8 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 325 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Despite its age, Bordner Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and its condition is currently not rated. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 17.1 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.5 acres, serving as a vital infrastructure for water management in the region. With the last inspection conducted in March 2020 and an inspection frequency of every 5 years, the dam remains an essential component in safeguarding the community against potential flooding events.

Overall, Bordner Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners, government agencies, and designers in ensuring the safety and efficiency of water resource management. As climate change continues to impact water availability and flood risks, dams like Bordner play a critical role in protecting communities and supporting sustainable water management practices in Nebraska.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

463

Dam Height

22.9

River Or Stream

TR-ELKHORN RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.5

Hydraulic Height

22.9

Drainage Area

0.42

Nid Storage

104.8

Structural Height

22.9

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

23
       
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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.