Beyer Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Nelson Dam 605 Sidney West Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Beyer Dam, located in Cheyenne, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Constructed in 1964 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 19.2 feet and spans a length of 475 feet. With a storage capacity of 96.5 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding.
Managed by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Beyer Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's hazard potential is classified as significant, but its condition assessment in 2018 rated it as satisfactory. While it may not have a spillway or outlet gates, the dam's design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service have proven effective in reducing flood risks and safeguarding the local community along TR-Lodgepole Creek.
Despite its remote location and relatively small surface area of 6 acres, Beyer Dam serves as a vital flood control structure in the region. With a solid track record of performance and maintenance, the dam continues to be a key asset in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Nebraska's waterways.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
475 |
Dam Height |
19.2 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LODGEPOLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
96.5 |
Structural Height |
19.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Platte River Near Crook
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162cfs |
Lodgepole Creek At Bushnell
|
2cfs |
S. Platte R. At Julesburg
|
-999cfs |
South Platte River At Cooper Bridge
|
13cfs |
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.
Beyer Dam