Staudenmaier Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Eberspecher Dam 1 Buhr Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Staudenmaier Dam, located in Sioux County, Nebraska, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this earth dam stands at 20 feet high with a structural height of 23 feet and a length of 740 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres, serving the local community by regulating water flow from the E Jim Creek.
Maintained and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Staudenmaier Dam has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment conducted in November 2017. The dam's inspection frequency is set at 5 years, ensuring its continued safety and functionality for irrigation purposes. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1480 cubic feet per second, this essential water resource infrastructure plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Despite being a lesser-known structure, Staudenmaier Dam contributes significantly to the local water management system and underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the vital role that such dams play in ensuring water availability for agricultural and community needs. The careful monitoring and maintenance of structures like Staudenmaier Dam are essential for safeguarding both water resources and the surrounding environment in the long term.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
740 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
E JIM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
2.7 |
Nid Storage |
82 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Toadstool
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Toadstool Geological Park and Campground
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Soldier Creek
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Staudenmaier Dam