Eisele Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mattson Enterprises Dam May Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Eisele Dam, located in Buffalo County, Nebraska, is a private earth dam completed in 1950 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 350 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 166.3 acre-feet. Its normal storage capacity is 73.5 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 1.5 square miles from the TR-Wood River.
Despite its critical role in water resource management, Eisele Dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition as of March 2020. The dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards. With a high hazard potential due to its location and structural integrity, the dam requires regular inspections every five years to monitor its condition and prevent potential risks.
Eisele Dam, managed by private owners, serves as a vital infrastructure for water storage and fire protection in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is essential to prioritize the maintenance and rehabilitation of dams like Eisele to ensure their long-term functionality and safety for both human and environmental needs.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WOOD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
1.5 |
Nid Storage |
166.3 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Platte River Near Kearney
|
1870cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
377cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
3cfs |
Spring Creek Nr Overton
|
7cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
511cfs |
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.
Eisele Dam