Brauer Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Anderson Dam 587 Cross Group Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brauer Dam, located in Banner, Nebraska, serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-WILLOW CREEK river.
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Summary
Built in 1954 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 26 feet high and spans 517 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1 square mile, Brauer Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by a private entity, Brauer Dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly assessed for its structural integrity and overall condition, with the last inspection conducted in October 2017. With a satisfactory rating, Brauer Dam continues to be a reliable asset for flood control and water resource management in the region.
Notably, Brauer Dam is situated in a rural area, away from densely populated areas, further minimizing the potential risks associated with its operation. As a part of the broader effort to mitigate flood risks in Nebraska, the dam serves as a testament to the importance of effective water management strategies and infrastructure in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of climate change.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
517 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Brauer Dam