Fenske Dam, located in Lodgepole, Nebraska, along TR-Lodgepole Creek, was completed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. This privately-owned earth dam stands at a height of 16.6 feet and has a NID storage capacity of 90.6 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 25.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.02 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in October 2017.

Maintained by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources, Fenske Dam has a structural height and hydraulic height of 16.6 feet, extending over a length of 905 feet and covering a surface area of 6.2 acres. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is recorded at 483 cubic feet per second, serving as a crucial structure in mitigating flood risks in the Cheyenne County region. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its operations and enforcement are overseen by the state regulatory agency, ensuring its continued functionality in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment.

With its strategic location and contribution to flood risk reduction efforts, Fenske Dam remains a vital infrastructure in the region's water resource management system. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and assess the dam's condition, its role in protecting the local ecosystem and communities from potential flooding events underscores the importance of proactive maintenance and regulatory oversight in ensuring its long-term effectiveness.