Lake Alice No. 1 dam
Lake Alice No. 1
Lake Alice No. 1, located in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, is a federally owned reservoir primarily used for irrigation purposes. Constructed in 1912 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this Earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and has a storage capacity of 15,287 acre-feet. With a normal storage level of 11,034 acre-feet and a surface area of 852 acres, Lake Alice No. 1 plays a vital role in providing water for agricultural needs in the region.
Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation, this reservoir on the Interstate Canal has a high hazard potential and is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources. Despite its age, Lake Alice No. 1 underwent structural modifications in 1998 to ensure its continued functionality and safety. With a maximum discharge capacity of 4,890 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway, this reservoir is equipped to handle potential flood events and maintain water levels within acceptable limits.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the historical significance and engineering marvel of Lake Alice No. 1, which has stood the test of time for over a century. As a key component of the local irrigation system, this reservoir serves as a critical water source for agricultural activities in the area. With its strategic location and design features, Lake Alice No. 1 continues to play a crucial role in water management and sustainability efforts in Nebraska, showcasing the importance of effective reservoir infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lake Alice No. 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Platte River At Wyoming-Nebraska State Line | 159 cfs | → |
| Laramie River Near Fort Laramie | 39 cfs | → |
| North Platte River Below Whalen Diversion Dam | 0 cfs | → |
| Lodgepole Creek At Bushnell | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Alice No. 1.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Lake Minatare State Rec Area
- West Wind
- Lake View Campground West
- Scout's Rest
- Lake View Campground East
- Butte View
Paddle runs
Track Lake Alice No. 1 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Lake Alice No. 1
Where does the data for Lake Alice No. 1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Lake Alice No. 1.