Dangberg Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Brogren Dam Marotz Farm Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Dangberg Dam, located in Wayne, Nebraska, is a crucial water resource structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1973.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this earth dam stands at a height of 14.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 102.6 acre-feet. Despite its poor condition assessment in 2018, the dam poses low hazard potential and is under the regulatory oversight of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.
Serving the community of Pilger and situated on TR-Humbug Creek, Dangberg Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. Its strategic location and 600-foot length contribute to its effectiveness in flood control and other purposes. The dam's governance falls under local government ownership, with state regulatory agencies ensuring its compliance with inspection and enforcement standards.
While Dangberg Dam has faced past challenges with its condition assessment, its low hazard potential and essential role in flood risk reduction highlight the importance of maintaining and monitoring this water resource structure. With a storage capacity of 102.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.7 acres, the dam continues to be a critical asset in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
14.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HUMBUG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.5 |
Drainage Area |
2.36 |
Nid Storage |
102.6 |
Structural Height |
14.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elkhorn River At Pilger
|
633cfs |
Elkhorn R At Norfolk Ne
|
440cfs |
North Fork Elkhorn River Near Pierce
|
52cfs |
Logan Creek At Wakefield
|
149cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
South Omaha Creek At Walthill
|
11cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Dangberg Dam