Dry Creek 1-A Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dry Creek 3-B Dry Creek 2-A
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dry Creek 1-A, located in Bartley, Nebraska, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet, with a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 32 feet. It spans a length of 507 feet and has a storage capacity of 1049 acre-feet, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the region. The dam's normal storage capacity is 15.4 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 6 acres and draining an 8.1 square mile watershed.
Managed by the NE DNR, Dry Creek 1-A is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2018, the dam is deemed to be in a stable and safe state. The inspection frequency is set at 5 years, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to uphold its effectiveness in flood control. Despite being a local government-owned structure, Dry Creek 1-A plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding communities and environment from potential water-related hazards.
As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Frontier County, Nebraska, Dry Creek 1-A stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to address water resource challenges. With its strategic location in the TR-Dry Creek watershed and under the supervision of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves as a key component in the overall water management system. As climate change impacts continue to pose threats to water resources, the importance of well-maintained structures like Dry Creek 1-A cannot be underestimated in ensuring the resilience of communities and ecosystems in the face of evolving environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
507 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
8.1 |
Nid Storage |
1049 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Dry Creek 1-A