Chadron Dam 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Chadron Dam 2 in Nebraska, completed in 1962, serves as a vital water supply for the region, with a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 107 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam stands at 12 feet high and stretches 2930 feet in length, constructed primarily of earth and stone materials. Located on Chadron Creek in Dawes County, this dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, ensuring state regulation, inspection, and enforcement for its operation and maintenance.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Chadron Dam 2 is assessed to be in fair condition as of its last inspection in September 2016. With a five-year inspection frequency, the dam has not undergone modifications in recent years and does not have any associated structures or outlet gates. While the dam is not owned or funded by any federal agencies, it continues to play a crucial role in providing water resources to the local community and contributes to the overall water management efforts in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Chadron Dam 2 stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to ensure the sustainability and safety of water sources in the region.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

2930

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

CHADRON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

11

Nid Storage

218

Structural Height

12

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

12
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.
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