Scribner Airport West Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scribner Air Base East Dam Hooper Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Scribner Airport West Dam in Dodge County, Nebraska is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Elkhorn River.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet and has a hydraulic height of 54 feet, with a capacity to store 262 acre-feet of water. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a critical barrier to protect the surrounding area from potential flood events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Scribner Airport West Dam has a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed as satisfactory in condition. The dam spans a length of 1115 feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres, providing essential protection to a drainage area of 1.98 square miles. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1310 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community and infrastructure downstream from the impacts of flooding.
Although last inspected in June 2018, with an inspection frequency of 3 years, Scribner Airport West Dam remains a key structure in flood risk management for the region. With its solid design, satisfactory condition assessment, and regulatory oversight, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of local and federal agencies in protecting water resources and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events on the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1115 |
Dam Height |
60 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELKHORN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
54 |
Drainage Area |
1.98 |
Nid Storage |
262 |
Structural Height |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
60 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Maple Creek Near Nickerson
|
60cfs |
Logan Creek Near Uehling
|
445cfs |
Platte River At North Bend
|
4920cfs |
Elkhorn River At West Point
|
877cfs |
Platte River Nr Leshara
|
5270cfs |
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
|
1120cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Scribner Airport West Dam