Ohmstede Dam-1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jensen Dam 1761 Jensen Dam 6750
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ohmstede Dam-1, located in Guide Rock, Nebraska, along the TR-Republican River, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1945 for water supply purposes.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 360 feet, providing a storage capacity of 67.6 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 41.9 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Despite its low hazard potential, Ohmstede Dam-1 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and serves as a vital component of the local water supply infrastructure. With a maximum discharge capacity of 2400 cubic feet per second, this dam helps in flood control and water management within the region. Its strategic location and design make it an essential asset for maintaining the stability and sustainability of the surrounding ecosystem.
As an important structure within the Omaha District, Ohmstede Dam-1 reflects the ongoing efforts to balance water resource management with environmental conservation in Nebraska. By providing valuable water storage and supply capabilities, this dam contributes to the overall resilience of the local water system and underscores the significance of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-REPUBLICAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
67.6 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Ohmstede Dam-1