Stagemeyer Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Stagemeyer Dam, located in Gosper, Nebraska, along the TR-Muddy Creek, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the NE DNR.
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Summary
Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 225 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. Its primary purposes include flood risk reduction, making it a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in April 2019. With a drainage area of 1.4 square miles and a maximum discharge of 260 cubic feet per second, Stagemeyer Dam plays a vital role in water management and flood control in the region. The dam's location, design, and operational capabilities make it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate for its contributions to the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
1.4 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Republican River At Cambridge
|
60cfs |
Beaver Creek Near Beaver City
|
1cfs |
Sappa C Nr Lyle
|
1cfs |
Red Willow Creek Near Red Willow
|
3cfs |
Sappa Creek Near Stamford
|
4cfs |
Platte River Near Overton
|
1040cfs |
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.
Stagemeyer Dam