Rogers Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Rogers Dam, located in Buffalo, Nebraska, serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock maintenance, and providing a small fish pond.


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Summary

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
       
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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.