Bauer Dam, located in Dawes, Nebraska, was completed in 1950 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. Owned privately and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 25 feet. With a storage capacity of 176.5 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 15.1 acres and drains a 1.6 square mile watershed.

Managed by the USDA NRCS, Bauer Dam is designed to withstand low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition as of its last assessment in August 2019. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 96.2 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 932 cubic feet per second. Positioned on Lone Tree Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, providing essential water supply for various agricultural and environmental needs. Despite its age, Bauer Dam continues to operate effectively and efficiently, ensuring the sustainability of water resources in the area for years to come.