Bartels Dam 676 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Robert L Wilson Dam Niemeier Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bartels Dam 676, located in Red Cloud, Nebraska, was completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along TR-W Indian Creek.
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Summary
Owned privately, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 276 feet, providing a storage capacity of 79.6 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 30.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.3 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Bartels Dam 676 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Although its hazard potential and condition assessment are currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to monitor its safety and performance. As a key component in the flood risk reduction strategy for the region, the dam contributes to the overall water management efforts in Webster County, Nebraska, protecting the surrounding communities from potential water-related disasters.
Being designed by the USDA NRCS, Bartels Dam 676 serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in understanding how dams can effectively mitigate flood risks and support sustainable water management practices. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this earth dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners, government agencies, and design professionals to safeguard water resources and enhance climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
276 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-W INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.45 |
Nid Storage |
79.6 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Bartels Dam 676