Hickman Dam 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Hickman Dam 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Sherman County, Nebraska, along the TR-DAVIS CREEK.


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Completed in 1957, this irrigation dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 220 feet, providing a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and upgrades to ensure its long-term stability and safety.

Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Hickman Dam 1 is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, supporting agricultural activities in the surrounding area. However, with a limited drainage area of 0.3 square miles and a surface area of only 4 acres, the dam's capacity and efficiency may be further optimized to meet the water resource needs of the region.

As an essential part of the local water infrastructure, Hickman Dam 1 plays a crucial role in water management and supply for agricultural operations in the region. With proper maintenance and oversight, the dam can continue to support irrigation activities while ensuring the safety of downstream communities and ecosystems. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor and advocate for the sustainable management of dams like Hickman Dam 1 to safeguard water security and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

220

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

TR-DAVIS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

21

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

61

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

21
       
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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.