Denton Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lewin Dam Chasek Dam
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Denton Dam, located in Sheridan, Nebraska, is a private-owned structure designed for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Constructed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet with a length of 819 feet, providing a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet. The dam sits on the TR-LIMEKILN CREEK and is regulated by the NE DNR, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
Despite its low hazard potential, Denton Dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, raising concerns about its structural integrity and long-term maintenance. The last inspection in May 2020 revealed the need for improvements, and with an inspection frequency of every five years, ongoing assessments are crucial to ensure public safety. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and risk management measures of dams like Denton Dam is vital for sustainable water management and disaster prevention efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
819 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LIMEKILN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
5.7 |
Nid Storage |
156 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Denton Dam