Rogers Dam, located in Buffalo, Nebraska, serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock maintenance, and providing a small fish pond.
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Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at 9.1 feet high with a length of 269 feet, containing a storage capacity of 63.8 acre-feet. Its primary source agency is the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), indicating state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement are all in place to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, Rogers Dam remains a stable structure in the region. While it may not have a spillway or outlet gates, its presence on the TR-Wood River contributes to the overall water resource management in the area. The dam's location within Congressional District 03, Nebraska, under the oversight of Congressman Adrian Smith, highlights its importance in supporting local communities and ecosystems through its various functions. Overall, Rogers Dam stands as a testament to responsible water management practices and the integration of infrastructure for both human and environmental benefit in the region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
269 |
Dam Height |
9.1 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WOOD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
9.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.66 |
Nid Storage |
63.8 |
Structural Height |
9.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
Platte River Near Kearney
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589cfs |
South Loup R At St. Michael
|
178cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Elm Creek
|
0cfs |
Platte R Mid Ch
|
1500cfs |
Buffalo Creek Nr Overton Nebr
|
3cfs |
Platte River Near Grand Island
|
1450cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Windmill State Rec Area
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Bassway Strip State Wildlife Area
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War Axe State Rec Area
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