Bear - Pierce - Cedar 4-A Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bear-Pierce-Cedar 4-A is a local government-owned earth dam in Gage, Nebraska, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1969 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Pierce Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 24 feet with a structural height of 30 feet and a length of 1428 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 155 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, with a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in October 2020.
Located in Beatrice, Nebraska, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a key infrastructure project in the area. With a drainage area of 4 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1396 cubic feet per second, Bear-Pierce-Cedar 4-A provides essential flood control measures to protect the surrounding communities and support sustainable water management practices.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Bear-Pierce-Cedar 4-A is an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure in Nebraska. With a history of effective flood risk reduction and a commitment to regular maintenance and inspections, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1428 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PIERCE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
1689 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
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